How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP245 - Field is referenced in authorization check &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP - Object Model Repository

• Message number: 245

• Message text: Field is referenced in authorization check &1

What causes this issue?

The authorization object field is used in the following authorization
check &v1&.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP245 - Field is referenced in authorization check &1 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP245 indicates that a field is referenced in an authorization check, which means that the system is trying to validate user permissions for accessing certain data or performing specific actions related to that field. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or the Object Model framework.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorizations to access the field or object model being referenced.
  Field Configuration: The field may not be properly configured in the authorization object or may not be included in the relevant authorization profiles.
  Missing Roles: The user may not have the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations for the field in question.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to analyze the authorization check failure. This will show you which authorization object is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure that the necessary authorizations are included.
  
  
  
  Adjust Authorization Objects:
  
  If the field is part of a specific authorization object, ensure that the object is correctly configured in the system.
  You may need to modify the authorization object in transaction SU21 or adjust the relevant roles in PFCG.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes, consult with your SAP security team to review and adjust the user’s roles and authorizations accordingly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the functionality again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are used in SAP to control access to various functionalities and data. Each object can have multiple fields that define the access rights.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display authorization check failure.
  SU01: User maintenance.
  PFCG: Role maintenance.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for further assistance.