How To Fix ESH_ADM_MSG160 - Index does not contain authorization data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ADM_MSG - ESH Administration and Monitoring Tool

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Index does not contain authorization data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ADM_MSG160 - Index does not contain authorization data ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ADM_MSG160 indicates that the index does not contain authorization data. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) when the system is trying to access or utilize an index that is expected to have authorization-related information but does not.
  Cause:
  
  Index Not Updated: The index may not have been updated after changes were made to authorization data or roles.
  Missing Authorization Data: The authorization data might not have been populated in the index due to configuration issues or errors during the indexing process.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the search settings or the authorization settings in the SAP system.
  Data Source Issues: The data source from which the index is built may not have the necessary authorization data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Rebuild the Index: The most common solution is to rebuild the index. This can be done through the SAP ESH administration tools. Ensure that the index is configured to include authorization data.
  
  Go to the transaction code for ESH administration (e.g., /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE or EHS_ADMIN).
  Find the relevant index and trigger a rebuild.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the index to ensure that it is set up to include authorization data. This may involve checking the settings in the ESH configuration or the relevant data source settings.
  
  
  Verify Data Sources: Ensure that the data sources being indexed contain the necessary authorization data. If the data source is not configured correctly, it may not provide the required information.
  
  
  Check Logs: Review the logs for any errors or warnings that occurred during the indexing process. This can provide insights into what went wrong and how to fix it.
  
  
  Authorization Roles: Ensure that the user executing the search has the necessary authorization roles assigned. Sometimes, the issue may arise from insufficient permissions to access the authorization data.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or relevant SAP Notes for specific guidance related to your version of SAP and the ESH configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Logs: Use transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to check for any related logs that might give more context to the error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ESH_ADM_MSG160 error and ensure that your index contains the necessary authorization data.