How To Fix ESH_PS_MSG004 - User is not specified method: &1, class &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_PS_MSG - ESH Personalized Search

• Message number: 004

• Message text: User is not specified method: &1, class &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_PS_MSG004 - User is not specified method: &1, class &2 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_PS_MSG004 indicates that a user is not specified for a particular method in a specific class. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (ESH) or when dealing with the SAP Business Suite applications that utilize the ESH framework.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Missing User Configuration: The user who is supposed to execute the method is not specified in the configuration settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the method in the specified class.
  Incorrect Method/Class Specification: There might be a misconfiguration in the method or class that is being called, leading to the system not being able to identify the user.
  System Configuration Issues: There could be issues with the system configuration or setup that prevent the user from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system where the method and class are defined.
  Ensure that the user is specified correctly for the method in question.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the method. You can do this by checking the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Validate Method/Class:
  
  Check the method and class definitions to ensure they are correctly specified. You can use transaction SE80 or SE24 to review the class and method details.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Review the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue. You can use transaction SLG1 to view application logs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific method and class to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  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 message details and any relevant configuration information.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE80 (Object Navigator), SE24 (Class Builder), SU01 (User Maintenance), and PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to ESH and the specific error message for any known issues or patches.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution.