How To Fix ESH_SEARCH310 - Export software comp. &1: Duplicate key for category ID &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_SEARCH - ESH Search

• Message number: 310

• Message text: Export software comp. &1: Duplicate key for category ID &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_SEARCH310 - Export software comp. &1: Duplicate key for category ID &2 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_SEARCH310 indicates that there is a duplicate key for a category ID during the export of software components in the Enterprise Search (ESH) framework. This typically occurs when there are multiple entries in the system that share the same category ID, which violates the uniqueness constraint expected by the system.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause is that there are multiple entries in the database or configuration that have the same category ID.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system or if there were manual entries that were not properly validated, duplicates may have been introduced.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings or errors in the setup of the software components can lead to this issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify Duplicates:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to query the relevant tables where category IDs are stored. Look for entries with the same category ID.
  You may also use SQL queries to find duplicates if you have access to the database.
  
  
  
  Remove or Merge Duplicates:
  
  Once identified, you can either delete the duplicate entries or merge them if they contain different data that needs to be preserved.
  Ensure that you have backups before making any deletions or changes.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the software components and ensure that they are set up correctly to avoid future duplicates.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to ensure that the system is configured properly.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Export:
  
  After resolving the duplicates, attempt to re-run the export process to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to Enterprise Search and software component management for best practices and guidelines.
  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_SEARCH310 error and ensure that your software component exports proceed without issues.