How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP511 - Authorization checks &1 and &2 have the same description in language &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP - Object Model Repository

• Message number: 511

• Message text: Authorization checks &1 and &2 have the same description in language &3

What causes this issue?

The authorization checks &v1& and &v2& have the same description in
language &v3&.

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?

This may cause problems because the authorization checks cannot be
distinguished by their description.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP511 - Authorization checks &1 and &2 have the same description in language &3 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP511 indicates that there is a conflict in the authorization checks within the system. Specifically, it suggests that two authorization checks have the same description in a particular language, which can lead to confusion or misconfiguration in the authorization model.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Authorization Checks: The error typically arises when there are two or more authorization checks defined in the system that share the same description. This can happen due to:
  
  Manual configuration errors.
  Importing or transporting objects that have not been properly managed.
  Custom developments that inadvertently create duplicate entries.
  
  
  
  Language-Specific Issues: The error message specifies a language (denoted by &3), indicating that the issue is related to the language settings in the system. If the same description is used for different authorization checks in that language, it can lead to ambiguity.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify Duplicate Checks: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SU21 (Authorization Object Maintenance) or SU24 (Maintain Authorization Defaults) to review the authorization checks in question.
  Look for the specific authorization checks mentioned in the error message (&1 and &2) and compare their descriptions.
  
  
  
  Modify Descriptions: 
  
  If you find that the descriptions are indeed the same, consider modifying one of them to ensure that each authorization check has a unique description. This can help avoid confusion and ensure proper authorization management.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: 
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport requests to see if any changes were made that could have led to the duplication. You may need to revert or adjust these changes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to authorization objects and the specific error message for any additional guidance or best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making changes, ensure to test the authorization checks to confirm that they are functioning as expected and that the error message no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Authorization Management: Familiarize yourself with SAP's authorization management concepts, including how authorization objects and checks are structured.
  Language Settings: Ensure that your system's language settings are correctly configured, as this can impact how descriptions are displayed and interpreted.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.