How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP491 - Assignment of authorization check &3 to object type &1, node &2:

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP - Object Model Repository

• Message number: 491

• Message text: Assignment of authorization check &3 to object type &1, node &2:

What causes this issue?

Assignment of authorization check &v3& to object type &v1&<(>,<)> node
&v2&.

System Response

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

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_REP491 - Assignment of authorization check &3 to object type &1, node &2: ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP491 typically relates to issues with authorization checks in the context of the Enterprise Search (ESH) or Object Model in SAP. This error indicates that there is a problem with the assignment of an authorization check to a specific object type and node.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified object type or node.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the authorization checks or object model settings.
  Inconsistent Data: The object type or node may not be properly defined or may have inconsistencies in the underlying data model.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport, there may be inconsistencies between the development and production environments.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations for the object type and node in question. This can be done using transaction codes like SU53 (to analyze authorization failures) or PFCG (to manage roles and authorizations).
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the object model and authorization checks. Ensure that the settings are correctly defined and that the necessary checks are assigned to the appropriate object types and nodes.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the object model to identify any inconsistencies. This can often be done through transaction codes related to the ESH or by using specific reports designed for this purpose.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects and configurations were transported correctly. You may need to re-transport or adjust settings in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error details and any relevant logs or screenshots.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU53, PFCG, and ESH-related transactions.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  Authorization Concepts: Understanding the underlying authorization concepts in SAP can help in troubleshooting similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP491 error message.