How To Fix ESH_SEARCH316 - Export software comp. &1: Dupl. key for obj.type &2, lang. &3, keyword &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_SEARCH - ESH Search

• Message number: 316

• Message text: Export software comp. &1: Dupl. key for obj.type &2, lang. &3, keyword &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_SEARCH316 - Export software comp. &1: Dupl. key for obj.type &2, lang. &3, keyword &4 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_SEARCH316 typically indicates a problem related to duplicate keys in the context of exporting software components in the SAP Enterprise Search (ESH) framework. This error occurs when there are duplicate entries for a specific object type, language, and keyword combination during the export process.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the presence of duplicate entries in the data being processed. Specifically, it indicates that there are multiple records with the same key (object type, language, and keyword) that are being exported, which violates the uniqueness constraint expected by the system.
  Solution:
  To resolve the ESH_SEARCH316 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Duplicates: 
  
  Check the data source or the index that is being exported to identify the duplicate entries. You may need to run queries or use tools to find records with the same object type, language, and keyword.
  
  
  
  Remove or Consolidate Duplicates:
  
  Once you have identified the duplicates, you can either remove the unnecessary duplicates or consolidate them into a single entry, depending on your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Re-indexing:
  
  After resolving the duplicates, you may need to re-index the data to ensure that the changes are reflected in the search index. This can typically be done through the SAP ESH administration tools.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the search index and ensure that it is set up correctly to handle the data being exported. This includes checking the mapping of object types and keywords.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test export to verify that the error has been resolved and that the export process completes successfully.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or patches related to this error.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for Enterprise Search to understand the data model and constraints better.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the root cause of the duplicate entries and ensuring that the data is clean and properly indexed, you should be able to resolve the ESH_SEARCH316 error effectively.