How To Fix ESH_IF_INA003 - No authorization for category '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_IF_INA - ES-InA-Adapter: Messages

• Message number: 003

• Message text: No authorization for category '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_IF_INA003 - No authorization for category '&1' ?

  The SAP error message ESH_IF_INA003 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to access a specific category in the Enterprise Search (ESH) framework. This typically occurs when a user attempts to perform a search or access a feature that requires permissions that have not been granted.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user lacks the required authorizations for the specified category in the search framework.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific category.
  Category Definition: The category itself may not be properly defined or may have restrictions that limit access.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include the necessary authorizations for the category in question.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the relevant authorization objects that control access to the specific category.
  Common authorization objects for ESH include S_SEARCH and S_ESH_CAT (for category access).
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations in these objects.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user does not have the required authorizations, you may need to modify the roles or create a new role that includes the necessary permissions.
  Use transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance) to adjust the roles.
  
  
  
  Test Access:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  Perform a search or access the feature again to confirm that the authorization error no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to Enterprise Search and authorization management for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  
  Authorization Management: Understanding how to manage and assign authorizations in SAP is crucial for resolving such issues. Familiarize yourself with the concepts of roles, profiles, and authorization objects.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to ESH and authorization errors.
  
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP security team or consult SAP support for further assistance.