How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP306 - User &1 has no authorization to assign systems to system group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP - Object Model Repository

• Message number: 306

• Message text: User &1 has no authorization to assign systems to system group

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP306 - User &1 has no authorization to assign systems to system group ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP306 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to assign systems to a system group. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or the SAP BusinessObjects system, where users need specific permissions to manage system groups.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by insufficient authorizations assigned to the user attempting to perform the action. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Roles: The user may not have the required roles that grant permissions for managing system groups.
  Authorization Objects: The relevant authorization objects that control access to system group assignments are not included in the user's profile.
  User Restrictions: There may be restrictions set on the user account that limit their ability to perform certain actions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Enter the user ID and check the roles assigned to the user.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include permissions for managing system groups.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the relevant authorization objects that control access to system groups. Common objects might include S_USER_AUTH, S_SYS_AUTH, or specific objects related to the system group management.
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorizations were checked and failed.
  
  
  
  Assign Missing Authorizations:
  
  If you find that the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you can either assign the appropriate roles or modify existing roles to include the required authorizations.
  This may require the involvement of a security administrator or someone with the necessary permissions to make changes to user roles.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the action again to confirm that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Management: Understanding how authorizations work in SAP is crucial. Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like PFCG (Role Maintenance) to manage roles and authorizations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on specific authorization objects and their purposes.
  Security Audit: Regularly audit user roles and authorizations to ensure that users have the appropriate access levels for their job functions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.