How To Fix ESH_SEARCH336 - Export software component &1 object type &2: Category &3 does not exist

ESH_SEARCH336 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_SEARCH - ESH Search

• Message number: 336

• Message text: Export software component &1 object type &2: Category &3 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_SEARCH336 - Export software component &1 object type &2: Category &3 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ESH_SEARCH336 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or SAP NetWeaver Search functionality. This error indicates that there is an issue with the export of a software component or object type, specifically that a certain category does not exist.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Category: The error suggests that the specified category (denoted by &3 in the message) is not defined in the system. This could happen if the category was deleted, not created, or if there is a mismatch in naming conventions.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the search settings or the software component setup that lead to the system not recognizing the specified category.
  Transport Issues: If the software component was transported from another system, it’s possible that the transport did not include the necessary category definitions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Category Definition:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration area in SAP (e.g., transaction codes like SE11, SE80, or the specific