How To Fix ESH_ADM_MSG046 - You are not authorized to use the administration cockpit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ADM_MSG - ESH Administration and Monitoring Tool

• Message number: 046

• Message text: You are not authorized to use the administration cockpit

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ADM_MSG046 - You are not authorized to use the administration cockpit ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ADM_MSG046 indicates that a user is not authorized to access the administration cockpit of the Enterprise Search (ESH) in SAP. This typically occurs when the user does not have the necessary authorizations assigned to their user profile.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization roles or permissions for the user trying to access the administration cockpit. The administration cockpit requires specific authorizations to manage and configure the Enterprise Search settings.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you need to ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations. Here are the steps to do that:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Enter the user ID that is encountering the error and click on the "Roles" tab.
  Check if the user has the required roles assigned.
  
  
  
  Assign Required Roles:
  
  The user typically needs to have roles that include the necessary authorizations for the ESH administration cockpit. Common roles include:
  
  SAP_ESH_ADMIN (or similar roles depending on your system configuration).
  
  
  If the roles are not assigned, you can assign them using transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Check Authorization Objects:
  
  Ensure that the authorization objects related to the Enterprise Search administration are included in the assigned roles. Key authorization objects may include:
  
  S_SERVICE (Service Authorization)
  S_TCODE (Transaction Code Authorization)
  
  
  You can check the authorization objects in the role definition in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Test Access:
  
  After assigning the necessary roles, ask the user to log out and log back in to the SAP system.
  Have the user try to access the administration cockpit again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis or Security Team:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue or if you do not have the necessary permissions to change user roles, consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Enterprise Search and authorization management for more detailed information on required roles and authorizations.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue and allow the user to access the administration cockpit successfully.