How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2786 - Ranking factor &1 is assigned to package '$TMP'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2 - Object Model Repository (2)

• Message number: 786

• Message text: Ranking factor &1 is assigned to package '$TMP'

What causes this issue?

The ranking factor &v1& (which is itself assigned to software component
&v2& ) is assigned to the pseudo-package $TMP. This package is used for
local objects that are not transported. The software component &v2& is
assigned to system software component &v3&, and as such, it is relevant
for transport.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Replace the package assignment with an actual package that is located in
the correct system software component.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2786 - Ranking factor &1 is assigned to package '$TMP' ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2786 indicates that a ranking factor is assigned to a temporary package ($TMP). This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Enterprise Search or the SAP HANA database, where ranking factors are used to influence the relevance of search results.
  Cause:
  The error arises when a ranking factor is defined in the system but is assigned to a temporary package ($TMP). Temporary packages are often used for development or testing purposes and are not intended for production use. This can happen if:
  
  A ranking factor was created or modified in a development environment and not properly transported to the production environment.
  The ranking factor is not correctly assigned to a valid package that is intended for production use.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Ranking Factor Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator).
  Look for the ranking factor that is causing the issue and check its package assignment.
  
  
  
  Reassign the Ranking Factor:
  
  If the ranking factor is assigned to $TMP, you need to reassign it to a proper package. This can be done by:
  
  Editing the ranking factor and changing its package to a valid one (e.g., a package that is part of your development or production namespace).
  Ensure that the new package is transportable and intended for production use.
  
  
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If you made changes in a development environment, ensure that you transport the changes to the production environment using the transport management system (TMS).
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no other dependencies or objects that might be affected by this change. Review any related configurations or settings.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the changes, test the search functionality to ensure that the ranking factor is now working as expected and that the error message no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions for this specific error message.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to Enterprise Search and ranking factors to understand their configuration and usage better.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error details and the steps you have taken.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2786 and ensure that your ranking factors are correctly configured.