How To Fix ESH_ADM_MSG049 - You are not authorized to prepare search connectors

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ADM_MSG - ESH Administration and Monitoring Tool

• Message number: 049

• Message text: You are not authorized to prepare search connectors

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ADM_MSG049 - You are not authorized to prepare search connectors ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ADM_MSG049 indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to prepare search connectors in the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) environment. This error typically arises when a user attempts to perform actions related to search connectors without the appropriate permissions.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of authorization in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user may not have the required authorization objects that allow them to manage or prepare search connectors.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user encountering the error. You can do this by using transaction code SU01 to view the user profile.
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations related to SAP Enterprise Search. The relevant authorization objects may include:
  
  S_ES_SEARCH - for search-related activities.
  S_ES_CONNECTOR - for managing search connectors.
  
  
  
  
  
  Assign Missing Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you will need to assign the appropriate roles that include the required authorization objects.
  If you are an administrator, you can modify existing roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change user roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or system administrator. They can help you identify the correct roles and ensure that the user has the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Test the functionality again to confirm that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or updates related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its documentation and may provide additional context or solutions.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance (to manage roles and authorizations)
  
  
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for additional insights or similar experiences from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the error message ESH_ADM_MSG049.