How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP205 - Authorization object field is initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP - Object Model Repository

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Authorization object field is initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP205 - Authorization object field is initial ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP205 indicates that there is an issue with authorization related to the object model in the Enterprise Search (ESH) component. Specifically, the message states that an authorization object field is initial, which means that the required authorization for accessing certain data or performing certain actions is not properly set up.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the necessary authorizations assigned to access the object model or perform the required actions.
  Initial Field Values: The authorization object field that is being checked is empty or not filled in, which leads to the authorization check failing.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the Enterprise Search or the authorization objects related to it.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to analyze the authorization check that failed. This will show you which authorization object is missing or not filled correctly.
  Review the user roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include the necessary authorizations for the ESH component.
  
  
  
  Assign Missing Authorizations:
  
  If you identify missing authorizations, you can either assign the necessary roles to the user or modify existing roles to include the required authorizations.
  You may need to work with your SAP security team to ensure that the correct roles are assigned.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization Object Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the authorization objects related to the Enterprise Search. Ensure that all required fields are properly defined and not left empty.
  If you have access, you can check the configuration in transaction PFCG (Profile Generator) to see the roles and their associated authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the functionality again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Enterprise Search and authorization management for more detailed information on setting up and troubleshooting authorizations.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking authorizations, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP205 error and ensure that the necessary authorizations are in place for the user.