How To Fix ESH_SEARCH388 - Export software comp. &1: Duplicate key for text check &2, language &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_SEARCH - ESH Search

• Message number: 388

• Message text: Export software comp. &1: Duplicate key for text check &2, language &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_SEARCH388 - Export software comp. &1: Duplicate key for text check &2, language &3 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_SEARCH388 typically indicates that there is a duplicate key issue related to the text check in the context of the Enterprise Search (ESH) component. This error can occur during the export of software components when the system encounters multiple entries with the same key for a specific text check in a particular language.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The primary cause of this error is the presence of duplicate entries in the database or configuration tables that are being processed. This can happen if the same text or key has been defined multiple times for the same language.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that have not been resolved, leading to conflicts during the export process.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the ESH or related components can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify Duplicates: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check the relevant tables for duplicate entries. Look for the specific text check and language mentioned in the error message.
  You may need to check tables related to ESH, such as ESH_SEARCH_TEXT, to find duplicates.
  
  
  
  Remove or Correct Duplicates:
  
  Once you identify the duplicates, you can either delete the unnecessary entries or correct them to ensure that each key is unique for the specified language.
  Ensure that the data is consistent and adheres to the expected format.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Export: 
  
  After resolving the duplicates, attempt to re-run the export process to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Review the configuration