How To Fix ESH_SEARCH152 - Authorization check ID &1: Relation ID is initial in references

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_SEARCH - ESH Search

• Message number: 152

• Message text: Authorization check ID &1: Relation ID is initial in references

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_SEARCH152 - Authorization check ID &1: Relation ID is initial in references ?

  The SAP error message ESH_SEARCH152 indicates an authorization issue related to the Enterprise Search (ESH) functionality. Specifically, the message states that the authorization check for a certain ID failed because the relation ID is initial (i.e., it is empty or not set).
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user does not have the necessary authorizations to access the specific search or data object.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the search settings or the underlying data model, leading to an empty relation ID.
  Data Issues: The data being searched may not be properly indexed or may not exist, resulting in an empty relation ID.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ESH_SEARCH152 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for the specific search object or data being accessed. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check for missing authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Search Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the Enterprise Search. Ensure that the search connectors and data sources are correctly set up.
  Use transaction ESH_COCKPIT to access the Enterprise Search Cockpit and verify the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Re-index Data:
  
  If the data is not indexed correctly, it may lead to issues with search functionality. You can re-index the relevant data sources using the appropriate transaction or program.
  Use transaction EHS_INDEX to trigger the re-indexing process.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Integrity:
  
  Verify that the data being searched exists and is correctly linked in the system. If there are missing or incomplete records, it may lead to an empty relation ID.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53: Authorization check analysis.
  ESH_COCKPIT: Enterprise Search Cockpit for configuration.
  EHS_INDEX: Indexing data for Enterprise Search.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation on Enterprise Search for more insights into configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the ESH_SEARCH152 error in your SAP system.