How To Fix ESH_SQL_SEARCH051 - The user &1 does not have the authorization on &2 for CDS connector &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_SQL_SEARCH - ESH SQL Search

• Message number: 051

• Message text: The user &1 does not have the authorization on &2 for CDS connector &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_SQL_SEARCH051 - The user &1 does not have the authorization on &2 for CDS connector &3 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_SQL_SEARCH051 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to access a specific object or resource when using the CDS (Core Data Services) connector in the context of SAP Enterprise Search or SAP HANA.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations for the specified object (e.g., a database table, view, or CDS view).
  Role Assignment: The user may not have the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations.
  Object-Specific Restrictions: There may be specific restrictions on the object that prevent the user from accessing it.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see what authorizations are missing.
  Review the authorization objects related to the CDS views or database objects that the user is trying to access.
  
  
  
  Assign Required Roles:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned that include the required authorizations for the CDS connector and the specific object.
  You can use transaction code PFCG to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorizations:
  
  If the user needs access to specific objects, you may need to modify the existing roles or create new roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  Ensure that the roles are properly assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Check Object-Specific Authorizations:
  
  If the error is related to a specific CDS view or database object, check if there are any object-specific authorizations that need to be granted.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the required authorizations or how to assign them, consult with your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to CDS views and database access, such as S_TABU_DIS for table access.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on CDS views and authorizations to understand the requirements better.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the ESH_SQL_SEARCH051 error.