How To Fix ESH_SEARCH278 - Duplicate key for template &1, analytical view &2 node &3

ESH_SEARCH278 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_SEARCH - ESH Search

• Message number: 278

• Message text: Duplicate key for template &1, analytical view &2 node &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_SEARCH278 - Duplicate key for template &1, analytical view &2 node &3 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_SEARCH278 indicates that there is a duplicate key issue related to a template in the context of an analytical view in the SAP Enterprise Search (ESH) framework. This error typically arises when there are multiple entries in the system that share the same key for a specific template, which is not allowed.
  
  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, analytical view, or node.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect or incomplete configuration of the analytical view or template can lead to this error.
  Data Consistency Issues: If the data in the underlying tables is not consistent or has been corrupted, it may lead to duplicate keys being generated.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: 
  
  Review the entries in the relevant tables or configurations to identify any duplicates. You can use transaction codes like SE11