How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP072 - Authorization action &1, counter &2 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP - Object Model Repository

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Authorization action &1, counter &2 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP072 - Authorization action &1, counter &2 already exists ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP072 typically indicates an authorization issue related to the Enterprise Search (ESH) object model. This error occurs when there is an attempt to create or modify an authorization action that already exists in the system.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to create a new authorization action that has the same name or identifier as an existing one.
  There may be a conflict in the authorization settings or configurations within the ESH object model.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Authorization Actions:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction or configuration area where authorization actions are defined (e.g., transaction code PFCG for role maintenance).
  Look for the authorization action that corresponds to the one you are trying to create. If it already exists, you may need to modify it instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Action:
  
  If the action already exists and you need to change it, you can edit the existing authorization action rather than creating a duplicate.
  
  
  
  Delete Duplicate Action:
  
  If the existing action is no longer needed, you can delete it to avoid the conflict.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If you are working in a development environment and transporting changes to a production environment, ensure that there are no transport issues that might be causing the duplication.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the ESH object model and authorization actions for any specific guidelines or best practices.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PFCG (Role Maintenance) and SE93 (Transaction Codes) for managing authorizations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Authorization Concept: Understanding the overall authorization concept in SAP, including roles, profiles, and authorization objects, can help in troubleshooting similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP072 error and manage your authorization actions effectively.