How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP289 - No authorization for action &1 on object &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP - Object Model Repository

• Message number: 289

• Message text: No authorization for action &1 on object &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP289 - No authorization for action &1 on object &2 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP289 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to perform a specific action on a particular object. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or Object Model, where users are trying to access or manipulate data but lack the required permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the necessary authorizations assigned in their user profile to perform the action on the specified object.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the required authorizations for the specific action or object.
  Object-Specific Restrictions: There may be specific restrictions or conditions set on the object that prevent the user from accessing it.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to analyze the authorization check. This will show you which authorization objects are missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Ensure that the role includes the relevant authorization objects for the action and object in question.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, test the action again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the specific authorization objects related to the action you are trying to perform. This can often be found in the documentation or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context or solutions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific module or functionality you are working with, as it may provide insights into required authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP289.