How To Fix ESH_SEARCH320 - Export software comp. &1: Duplicate key for data type ID &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_SEARCH - ESH Search

• Message number: 320

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_SEARCH320 - Export software comp. &1: Duplicate key for data type ID &2 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_SEARCH320 typically indicates that there is a duplicate key issue when trying to export software components in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (ESH) or related applications. This error can occur during the indexing or data export process when the system encounters multiple entries with the same key for a specific data type.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause of this error is that there are duplicate entries in the data source that you are trying to export. This can happen if the data source has not been properly maintained or if there are inconsistencies in the data.
  Data Type Issues: The error message specifies a data type ID, which indicates that the issue is related to a specific type of data that is being processed. If multiple records share the same key for this data type, it will lead to a conflict.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the ESH settings or in the data source configuration that lead to the generation of duplicate keys.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify Duplicates: Check the data source for duplicate entries. You can run queries or reports to identify records that have the same key for the specified data type.
  Data Cleanup: Once duplicates are identified, you will need to clean up the data. This may involve deleting or merging duplicate records to ensure that each key is unique.
  Review Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the data source and the ESH settings to ensure that they are set up correctly and that there are no issues that could lead to duplicate keys.
  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.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to ESH and the specific data type in question for any additional guidance or troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to inspect the tables and data involved.
  Logs and Traces: Review application logs and traces for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context for the issue.
  SAP Community: Consider reaching out to the SAP Community or forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the ESH_SEARCH320 error in your SAP system.