How To Fix ESH_SEARCH155 - Authorization check ID &1: Invalid relation step &2 in references

ESH_SEARCH155 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_SEARCH - ESH Search

• Message number: 155

• Message text: Authorization check ID &1: Invalid relation step &2 in references

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_SEARCH155 - Authorization check ID &1: Invalid relation step &2 in references ?

  The SAP error message ESH_SEARCH155 typically indicates an authorization issue related to the Enterprise Search (ESH) functionality. This error occurs when the system encounters an invalid relation step in the references during an authorization check. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Authorization Object: The user may not have the necessary authorizations for the specific relation step being accessed.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the search settings or the underlying data model.
  Missing Roles: The user might not be assigned the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for the search functionality.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or the search configuration could lead to references that are no longer valid.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to analyze the authorization check failure.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations assigned. You may need to consult with your