How To Fix ESH_DB026 - DB-Connection &1 (&2) lacks necessary privileges

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_DB - ES: Dashboard

• Message number: 026

• Message text: DB-Connection &1 (&2) lacks necessary privileges

What causes this issue?

The user representing data base connection &V1& lacks privileges
required for Enterprise Search.

System Response

Search is not possible on this data base connection.

How to fix this error?

Add the required privileges (refer documentation) to the data base user.
Note 2165569 describes (by release) which privileges are required, and
how to add them.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_DB026 - DB-Connection &1 (&2) lacks necessary privileges ?

  The SAP error message ESH_DB026 indicates that a database connection lacks the necessary privileges to perform a specific operation. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) or when accessing data from a database where the user or connection does not have the required permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient User Privileges: The user associated with the database connection does not have the necessary permissions to execute the requested operation (e.g., SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE).
  Database Role Issues: The database role assigned to the user may not include the required privileges for the specific database objects being accessed.
  Configuration Errors: There may be misconfigurations in the database connection settings or in the SAP system that prevent proper authentication or authorization.
  Changes in Database Schema: If there have been recent changes to the database schema or user roles, it may have affected the privileges.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Privileges:
  
  Verify the privileges assigned to the user or role associated with the database connection. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform the required operations.
  You can do this by querying the database or using database management tools to inspect user roles and privileges.
  
  
  
  Grant Necessary Privileges:
  
  If the user lacks the required privileges, you will need to grant them. This can typically be done using SQL commands like GRANT in the database management system (DBMS) you are using (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, etc.).
  Example SQL command:
  GRANT SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE ON your_table TO your_user;
  
  
  
  
  Review Database Roles:
  
  Ensure that the database roles assigned to the user include all necessary permissions. If not, modify the roles or create a new role with the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Check Connection Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the database connection in the SAP system. Ensure that the connection parameters (username, password, host, etc.) are correct and that the connection is properly established.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or the specific database documentation for guidance on managing user privileges and roles.
  
  
  
  Contact Database Administrator:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to involve a database administrator (DBA) who can assist in diagnosing and fixing the privilege issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Database Documentation: Refer to the documentation for the specific database you are using (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, HANA) for detailed instructions on managing user privileges.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the ESH_DB026 error message in your SAP environment.