How To Fix ESH_SEARCH362 - Export softw. comp. &1: Obj.type &2 common attribute ID &3 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_SEARCH - ESH Search

• Message number: 362

• Message text: Export softw. comp. &1: Obj.type &2 common attribute ID &3 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_SEARCH362 - Export softw. comp. &1: Obj.type &2 common attribute ID &3 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ESH_SEARCH362 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) when there is an issue related to the configuration of the search components or the underlying data model. The message indicates that a specific common attribute ID does not exist for the specified object type in the export of a software component.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The common attribute ID referenced in the error message may not be defined in the system for the specified object type. This can happen if the configuration for the search component is incomplete or if the object type has not been properly set up.
  Data Model Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing entries in the data model that the search component relies on.
  Transport Issues: If the software component was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport that led to missing configurations or objects.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the SAP ESH configuration settings and verify that the common attribute ID exists for the specified object type. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., EHS_SEARCH or similar).
  Ensure that all necessary attributes are defined and correctly mapped.
  
  
  
  Review Data Model:
  
  Check the data model for the object type in question. Ensure that all required attributes and relationships are correctly defined.
  If necessary, regenerate the data model or re-import the relevant components.
  
  
  
  Transport Validation:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate what went wrong.
  Ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using. There may be known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  
  SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with the full error message and context to help them diagnose the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on configuration.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.