How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2872 - Model repository: Fundamental tables are empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 872

• Message text: Model repository: Fundamental tables are empty

What causes this issue?

Fundamental control tables of Enterprise Search are not filled
correctly.

System Response

No connectors can be created for Enterprise Search models.

How to fix this error?

Inform SAP.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2872 - Model repository: Fundamental tables are empty ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2872, which indicates that the model repository's fundamental tables are empty, typically arises in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or SAP HANA Search. This error suggests that the underlying data structures required for the search functionality are not populated with the necessary data.
  Cause:
  
  Data Not Loaded: The fundamental tables that support the search model may not have been populated with data. This can happen if the data loading process has not been executed or has failed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the search model or the data source that prevent data from being loaded correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the search may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or inconsistencies in the database that prevent data from being displayed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Loading:
  
  Ensure that the data loading process for the search model has been executed. This can typically be done through the SAP GUI or relevant transaction codes (e.g., EHS_SEARCH).
  If the data loading process has not been executed, run it to populate the fundamental tables.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the search model to ensure that they are correctly set up. This includes verifying the data sources and ensuring that they are correctly mapped to the search model.
  Review the settings in the SAP HANA Studio or relevant configuration tools.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Review Logs and Errors:
  
  Check the system logs for any errors or warnings that may provide additional context about why the fundamental tables are empty.
  Look for any relevant error messages in the application logs (transaction SLG1) or the system log (transaction SM21).
  
  
  
  Rebuild Indexes:
  
  If applicable, consider rebuilding the search indexes to ensure that they are up to date and correctly reflect the underlying data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2872 error message.