How To Fix ESH_SEARCH086 - Authorization check &1, template &2: Node &3 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_SEARCH - ESH Search

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Authorization check &1, template &2: Node &3 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_SEARCH086 - Authorization check &1, template &2: Node &3 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ESH_SEARCH086 typically indicates an authorization issue related to the Enterprise Search (ESH) functionality in SAP. This error occurs when a user attempts to access a search template or node that they do not have the necessary authorizations for.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations to access the specified search template or node.
  Incorrect Configuration: The search configuration may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the node.
  Node Deletion or Inaccessibility: The node specified in the error message may have been deleted or is currently not accessible due to system changes or updates.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 to analyze the authorization check failure. This will show you which specific authorizations are missing.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned that include access to the relevant search templates and nodes.
  
  
  
  Review Search Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction EHS_SEARCH_ADMIN or EHS_SEARCH_CONFIG to check the configuration of the search templates and nodes.
  Verify that the node mentioned in the error message exists and is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Node Existence:
  
  Check if the node has been deleted or renamed. If it has been removed, you may need to restore it or update the search template to point to a valid node.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly and that the target system is in sync with the source system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to Enterprise Search for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53 - Authorization check analysis
  EHS_SEARCH_ADMIN - Enterprise Search Administration
  EHS_SEARCH_CONFIG - Enterprise Search Configuration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user roles are properly defined and include the necessary authorizations for accessing ESH functionalities.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the ESH_SEARCH086 error message.