How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2809 - Ranking factor &1 for appl. obj. type id &2, scale &3 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 809

• Message text: Ranking factor &1 for appl. obj. type id &2, scale &3 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2809 - Ranking factor &1 for appl. obj. type id &2, scale &3 already exists ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2809 indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify a ranking factor for an application object type that already exists in the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Enterprise Search or SAP HANA Search, where ranking factors are used to influence the relevance of search results.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to add a ranking factor that has already been defined for the specified application object type.
  There may be a duplicate entry in the configuration for ranking factors, which violates the uniqueness constraint for that specific application object type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Ranking Factors:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in SAP where ranking factors are defined (e.g., transaction codes like EHS_RANKING or similar).
  Look for the existing ranking factors associated with the application object type ID specified in the error message.
  
  
  
  Modify or Remove Duplicate:
  
  If you find that the ranking factor you are trying to add already exists, you can either:
  
  Modify the existing ranking factor if changes are needed.
  Remove the duplicate entry if it is not required.
  
  
  
  
  
  Use Unique Identifiers:
  
  Ensure that any new ranking factors you create have unique identifiers that do not conflict with existing ones.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or configuration guides related to ranking factors and application object types to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If this error occurs in a development or quality environment, ensure that any changes are properly transported to the production environment without conflicts.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Application Object Types: These are specific types of data or entities that can be searched within the SAP system, and each can have its own set of ranking factors.
  Ranking Factors: These are parameters that influence how search results are ranked and displayed to users, allowing for customization of search relevance.
  SAP Enterprise Search: A tool that allows users to search across various SAP applications and data sources, leveraging ranking factors to improve search result relevance.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.