How To Fix ESH_QL_MSG022 - No authorization to discard the query log - missing auth: reorganize

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_QL_MSG - ESH Query Logging

• Message number: 022

• Message text: No authorization to discard the query log - missing auth: reorganize

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_QL_MSG022 - No authorization to discard the query log - missing auth: reorganize ?

  The SAP error message ESH_QL_MSG022 indicates that a user is attempting to discard the query log but lacks the necessary authorization. Specifically, the missing authorization is for the action "reorganize." This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) or the SAP Query Log.
  Cause:
  The error arises when a user tries to perform an action that requires specific authorizations that they do not possess. In this case, the user is trying to discard or reorganize the query log, which is a privileged operation.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you need to ensure that the user has the appropriate authorization. Here are the steps to do that:
  
  
  Identify the User: Determine which user is encountering the error.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  Assign Missing Authorization:
  
  Go to transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Find the role assigned to the user that should include the necessary authorization.
  Add the missing authorization object related to the action "reorganize" for the query log. The relevant authorization object is typically S_ES_LOG or similar, depending on your system configuration.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform the action.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes: After updating the authorizations, have the user attempt the action again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about which authorizations are required, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP security team for guidance on the necessary roles and authorizations for managing the query log.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects in SAP that pertain to query logs and enterprise search functionalities.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional context or updates that may affect authorization requirements.
  User Roles: Review the roles assigned to users regularly to ensure they have the appropriate access levels for their job functions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the error message ESH_QL_MSG022.