How To Fix ESH_CU_TM023 - No authorization to display term mappings

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_CU_TM - ES: Term Mapping

• Message number: 023

• Message text: No authorization to display term mappings

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_CU_TM023 - No authorization to display term mappings ?

  The SAP error message ESH_CU_TM023 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to display term mappings in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or SAP Information Retrieval systems, where term mappings are used to link search terms to specific data or objects.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. The authorization object that is typically associated with this error is related to the display of term mappings in the SAP system.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check that failed and provide insights into which specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorization is missing, you may need to modify the user's roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations. The relevant authorization object for term mappings is typically S_ESM_TMAP (or similar, depending on your specific SAP version).
  
  
  
  Add Required Authorizations:
  
  If you have access to the role maintenance transaction PFCG, you can add the necessary authorization to the role. Ensure that the role includes the following:
  
  Activity: Display (usually activity code 03)
  Object: S_ESM_TMAP (or the relevant object for term mappings)
  
  
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the changes, log in again with the user account and try to access the term mappings to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, you may need to consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the required changes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects and their fields. This can help in understanding what specific permissions are required.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions for this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Enterprise Search and term mappings for a deeper understanding of how these components work together.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the error message ESH_CU_TM023.