How To Fix ESH_ADM_MSG125 - You are not authorized to continue indexing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ADM_MSG - ESH Administration and Monitoring Tool

• Message number: 125

• Message text: You are not authorized to continue indexing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ADM_MSG125 - You are not authorized to continue indexing ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ADM_MSG125 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to continue the indexing process in the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) environment. This error typically arises when a user attempts to perform actions related to indexing without the appropriate permissions.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of sufficient authorizations assigned to the user role that is trying to execute the indexing operation. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The user may not have the required authorization objects related to the indexing process.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific actions they are trying to perform.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly set up to allow for indexing operations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization checks failed. This will provide insight into what specific permissions are missing.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Go to transaction code PFCG to review the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for indexing in SAP ESH.
  
  
  
  Add Required Authorization Objects:
  
  If the required authorization objects are missing, you may need to add them to the user’s role. Common authorization objects related to SAP ESH indexing include:
  
  S_SERVICE: Service authorization
  S_USER_AUTH: User authorization
  S_TCODE: Transaction code authorization
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to execute the indexing transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in, then attempt the indexing operation again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on SAP ESH and the specific authorizations required for indexing.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SE93: To check transaction codes and their authorizations.
  SU01: To manage user profiles and roles.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the ESH_ADM_MSG125 error.