How To Fix ESH_SEARCH239 - Duplicate key for template &1 node &2 ref. template &3 ref. request &4

ESH_SEARCH239 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_SEARCH - ESH Search

• Message number: 239

• Message text: Duplicate key for template &1 node &2 ref. template &3 ref. request &4

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ESH_SEARCH239 - Details

• The SAP error message ESH_SEARCH239 indicates that there is a duplicate key issue related to a search template in the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) framework. This error typically arises when there are conflicting entries in the search configuration, particularly when multiple templates or requests are trying to use the same key.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Templates: The error can occur if there are multiple search templates defined with the same key or identifier.
  
  Configuration Issues: Misconfiguration in the search settings or templates can lead to conflicts.
  Data Consistency Issues: If the underlying data or configuration has been altered without proper updates to the search templates, it can result in duplicates.
  Transport Issues: If templates were transported from one system to another, it might lead to duplicates if the same template already exists in the target system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Duplicates: Review the search templates in the SAP ESH configuration to identify any duplicates. You can do this by