How To Fix ESH_SEARCH162 - Duplicate key for template &1, request &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_SEARCH - ESH Search

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Duplicate key for template &1, request &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_SEARCH162 - Duplicate key for template &1, request &2 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_SEARCH162, which states "Duplicate key for template &1, request &2," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or SAP Search and Navigation framework. This error indicates that there is a conflict due to duplicate entries for a search template or request.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause of this error is that there are multiple entries in the database or configuration that have the same key for the specified template and request. This can happen due to incorrect data entry, system migrations, or inconsistencies in the data model.
  Configuration Issues: Misconfigurations in the search templates or requests can lead to conflicts, especially if the same identifiers are used for different templates or requests.
  Data Corruption: In some cases, data corruption or inconsistencies in the underlying database can lead to duplicate keys being generated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check the relevant tables for duplicate entries. Look for the specific template and request identifiers mentioned in the error message.
  Identify and remove or correct any duplicate entries.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Go through the configuration settings for the search templates and requests in the SAP system. Ensure that each template and request has a unique identifier.
  If necessary, modify the configuration to ensure uniqueness.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup:
  
  If duplicates are found, you may need to perform a data cleanup. This could involve deleting or merging duplicate records, depending on the business requirements.
  Ensure that any changes made are tested in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to production.
  
  
  
  Rebuild Indexes:
  
  After resolving the duplicates, it may be necessary to rebuild the search indexes to ensure that the changes are reflected in the search results.
  Use transaction ESH_INDEX to manage and rebuild indexes as needed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of your SAP system for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error details and any steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  Version Specifics: Be aware that the behavior of the error message may vary depending on the version of SAP you are using, so ensure that you are looking at the correct documentation for your version.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the ESH_SEARCH162 error in your SAP system.