How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP188 - Authorization object &1 key does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP - Object Model Repository

• Message number: 188

• Message text: Authorization object &1 key does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP188 - Authorization object &1 key does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP188 indicates that there is an issue with authorization related to an object model in the Enterprise Search (ESH) framework. Specifically, the message states that the authorization object with the specified key does not exist. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to access certain functionalities or data within the ESH.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The authorization object specified in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to a misconfiguration or an incomplete setup of the ESH.
  Incorrect Key: The key being referenced may be incorrect or not properly defined in the system.
  User Role Issues: The user may not have the necessary roles or authorizations assigned to access the object model.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport, the necessary objects may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Authorization Object:
  
  Verify if the authorization object exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction code SU21 to check the authorization objects.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or ensure that it is properly defined.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user encountering the error. Use transaction code SU01 to review the user’s roles and ensure that they have the necessary authorizations.
  If the user lacks the required roles, assign the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Validate Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the ESH configuration is complete and correct. This includes checking the settings in transaction ESH_COCKPIT and ensuring that all necessary components are activated.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that they were successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of ESH you are using. There may be specific notes addressing this error.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the authorization check to identify where the failure occurs. This may require assistance from a developer or SAP Basis consultant.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU21: Authorization Object Maintenance
  EHS_COCKPIT: Enterprise Search Cockpit
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.