How To Fix ESH_CHECK_CONN077 - Authorization update for connector &1 has failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_CHECK_CONN - Check connector consistency

• Message number: 077

• Message text: Authorization update for connector &1 has failed

What causes this issue?

ESH search connector &v1& involves authorization checks.
For these authorization checks the search runtime metadata could not be
calculated.

System Response

Normally, the authorization metadata for the search connector will
automatically be calculated and indexed to the authorization search
views when the search connector is created.
In the current case this step has failed. The search connector status
has been set to "Authorization Update Failed".
Apart from the authorization update, all other search connector
activation steps have succeeded.
In case the search connector status is indexing-relevant the search
connector may still have to be scheduled for indexing after the
authorization update (status "Prepared" but not yet "Active"). In this
case the status is returned as "Prepared - Authorization Update Failed".

How to fix this error?

To repair all affected search connectors manually you can run report
ESH_ADM_RECALC_AUTHS on the affected system.
Call the report with the default settings:
Logical system: Your system in format <SYS>CLNT<CLT>
Object Types: Leave empty (-> take all)
Reexecution Tasks:
- Update USER_AUTORITY
- Update Authorization Indices
- Reexecute where Status = "Failed" only
This will reexecute the failed authorization update tasks.

Procedure for System Administrators

In case the report ESH_ADM_RECALC_AUTHS is not able to resolve the
issues there is a deeper-rooted issue.
In this case check the messages returned by the report.
Probable reason for the failure:
It can be that the authorization metadata cannot be read from HANA
because of data access privilege issues. In this case check the
privileges for the HANA database connection configured for ESH.
If you are not able to determine the reason for the issue on your own
contact SAP support with the logs returned by report
ESH_ADM_RECALC_AUTHS.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_CHECK_CONN077 - Authorization update for connector &1 has failed ?

  The SAP error message ESH_CHECK_CONN077 indicates that there was a failure in updating the authorization for a connector in the Enterprise Search (ESH) framework. This error typically arises when there are issues related to the authorization settings or the configuration of the connector.
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user executing the operation may not have the necessary authorizations to update the connector's settings.
  Connector Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the connector settings that prevent the authorization update from being processed.
  System or Network Issues: Temporary system issues or network problems could also lead to this error.
  Missing Roles or Profiles: The required roles or profiles for the connector may not be assigned to the user or may be missing in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the operation. This may involve checking the roles assigned to the user and ensuring they include the necessary permissions for the ESH connector.
  
  
  
  Review Connector Configuration:
  
  Go to the ESH configuration settings and verify that the connector is properly configured. Check for any inconsistencies or missing parameters that could lead to the failure.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the failure.
  
  
  
  Reassign Roles:
  
  If roles or profiles are missing, assign the necessary roles to the user or ensure that the connector has the correct roles assigned.
  
  
  
  Test Connectivity:
  
  If the connector relies on external systems, ensure that the connectivity to those systems is functioning correctly. This may involve checking network settings or service availability.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of ESH you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message and any relevant logs for a more in-depth analysis.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SLG1 (Application Log) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide patches or updates.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP Help Portal for Enterprise Search for detailed configuration and troubleshooting guides.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution.