How To Fix ESH_SEARCH166 - Duplicate key for template &1, request navigation path ID &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_SEARCH - ESH Search

• Message number: 166

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_SEARCH166 - Duplicate key for template &1, request navigation path ID &2 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_SEARCH166, which states "Duplicate key for template &1, request navigation path ID &2," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (ESH) framework. This error indicates that there is a conflict due to duplicate keys in the configuration of search templates or navigation paths.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The error is often caused by having multiple entries with the same key in the configuration of search templates or navigation paths. This can happen if templates or paths were created or imported incorrectly.
  Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the configuration settings of the search templates or navigation paths.
  Data Migration: If data was migrated from another system or if there were changes made to the configuration, it could lead to duplicate keys.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the search templates and navigation paths in the SAP system. Look for any duplicate entries that may exist.
  
  Use transaction codes like EHS_SEARCH or EHS_ADMIN to access the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  Remove Duplicates: If duplicates are found, remove or rename the conflicting entries to ensure that each template or navigation path has a unique key.
  Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport request, check the transport logs to see if any duplicates were introduced during the transport process.
  Recreate Templates: If necessary, you may need to recreate the affected templates or navigation paths to ensure they are correctly configured without duplicates.
  System Check: Perform a system check or consistency check to ensure that there are no other underlying issues that could be causing this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Enterprise Search to understand the configuration and management of search templates and navigation paths.
  Support: If the issue persists after attempting the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ESH_SEARCH166 error and ensure that your search templates and navigation paths are correctly configured.