How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP637 - Node is used in ABAP authorization check &1, auth. field &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP - Object Model Repository

• Message number: 637

• Message text: Node is used in ABAP authorization check &1, auth. field &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP637 - Node is used in ABAP authorization check &1, auth. field &2 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP637 indicates that a node in the Object Model is being used in an ABAP authorization check, and it is related to a specific authorization field. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (ESS) or the SAP NetWeaver Business Warehouse (BW) when there are issues with authorization checks for certain objects.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The error usually occurs when the user does not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified node or object in the system.
  Missing Authorizations: The authorization object or field referenced in the error message may not be assigned to the user’s role or profile.
  Configuration Problems: There may be issues with the configuration of the object model or the authorization checks in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction SU53 to analyze the authorization check failure. This transaction shows the last authorization check that failed for the user.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for the object and the specific authorization field mentioned in the error message.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Profiles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction PFCG. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorization objects and fields.
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the role or create a new one that includes the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Adjust Object Model Configuration:
  
  If the error is related to a specific configuration in the object model, review the settings in the relevant transaction (e.g., EHS for Enterprise Search).
  Ensure that the object model is correctly configured and that the nodes are properly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking authorizations and configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  EHS: Enterprise Search Configuration
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that may be involved in the authorization checks for the specific node.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP637 for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.