How To Fix ESH_QL_MSG021 - Authorizations missing for data extraction

ESH_QL_MSG021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_QL_MSG - ESH Query Logging

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Authorizations missing for data extraction

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_QL_MSG021 - Authorizations missing for data extraction ?

  The SAP error message ESH_QL_MSG021 indicates that there are missing authorizations for data extraction in the context of SAP Enterprise Search or SAP HANA Search. This error typically arises when a user attempts to perform a data extraction operation but lacks the necessary permissions to access the required data sources.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is insufficient authorizations assigned to the user or role attempting to perform the data extraction. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Roles: The user does not have the appropriate roles assigned that grant access to the data sources.
  Authorization Objects: Specific authorization objects required for data extraction are not included in the user's roles.
  Data Source Restrictions: The data source itself may have restrictions that prevent certain users from accessing it.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user encountering the error. Ensure that the user has the necessary roles