How To Fix ESH_ADM_MSG066 - You are not authorized to start crawls

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ADM_MSG - ESH Administration and Monitoring Tool

• Message number: 066

• Message text: You are not authorized to start crawls

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ADM_MSG066 - You are not authorized to start crawls ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ADM_MSG066 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to start crawls in the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) environment. This error typically arises when a user attempts to initiate a search crawl but lacks the required permissions.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is insufficient authorization for the user role attempting to start the crawl. In SAP systems, access to various functionalities is controlled through roles and authorizations. If the user does not have the appropriate authorization object assigned, they will encounter this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you need to ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations. Here are the steps to do that:
  
  
  Identify the Required Authorization Object:
  
  The authorization object typically required for starting crawls in SAP ESH is S_ES_CRAWL. This object controls access to the crawling functionality.
  
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user’s roles. Look for roles that are assigned to the user and verify if they include the necessary authorization for crawling.
  
  
  
  Modify or Assign Roles:
  
  If the user does not have the required authorization, you can either:
  
  Modify an existing role to include the S_ES_CRAWL authorization.
  Create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations and assign it to the user.
  
  
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt to start the crawl again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the specific authorizations needed, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP security team for guidance on the required roles and authorizations for SAP ESH.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or updates regarding authorization issues in SAP ESH.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance (to create or modify roles)
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions related to similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue and allow the user to start crawls in SAP ESH successfully.