How To Fix ESH_BOS_INDEX_CTRL120 - Authorization check &1 could not be read

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_BOS_INDEX_CTRL - Trex Inderxing on the ES Hub

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Authorization check &1 could not be read

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_BOS_INDEX_CTRL120 - Authorization check &1 could not be read ?

  The SAP error message ESH_BOS_INDEX_CTRL120 indicates that there is an issue with authorization checks related to the Business Object Search (BOS) index control. This error typically arises when the system is unable to read the necessary authorization object for a user or role that is trying to access a specific function or transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations to access the Business Object Search functionality.
  Authorization Object Not Defined: The authorization object that is being checked may not be defined in the system or may not be properly assigned to the user’s role.
  Role Assignment Issues: The user may not have the correct roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations for the operation they are trying to perform.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of roles or authorizations, there may be inconsistencies or missing objects.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction SU01 to check the user’s authorizations.
  Verify if the user has the necessary roles assigned that include the required authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed.
  Identify the specific authorization object that is causing the issue and ensure it is included in the user’s roles.
  
  
  
  Role Maintenance:
  
  If the required authorization is missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles using transaction PFCG.
  Add the necessary authorization objects to the role and generate the profile.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  Re-import the transport if necessary or manually adjust the roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact Basis Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or security administrators to assist with the authorization checks and role assignments.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Authorization Concept: Familiarize yourself with the SAP authorization concept, including roles, profiles, and authorization objects, to better understand how to manage user access.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the ESH_BOS_INDEX_CTRL120 error.