How To Fix ESH_TASK_MANAGER_MSG103 - User '&1' is set as extraction user

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_TASK_MANAGER_MSG - ESH Task Manager

• Message number: 103

• Message text: User '&1' is set as extraction user

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_TASK_MANAGER_MSG103 - User '&1' is set as extraction user ?

  The SAP error message ESH_TASK_MANAGER_MSG103 indicates that a specific user is set as the extraction user in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) task manager. This message typically arises when there is an issue with the configuration of the extraction user or when the user does not have the necessary authorizations to perform the extraction tasks.
  Cause:
  
  User Configuration: The user specified as the extraction user may not be correctly configured in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The extraction user may lack the necessary authorizations to access the data sources or perform the extraction tasks.
  User Lock: The extraction user might be locked or inactive in the SAP system.
  Incorrect User Assignment: The user assigned as the extraction user may not be intended for this role, leading to conflicts in the extraction process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Configuration:
  
  Verify that the extraction user is correctly set up in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP ESH.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the extraction user has the necessary authorizations to access the required data sources. You can check this using transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization failures or PFCG to review and adjust roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  User Status:
  
  Check if the extraction user is locked or inactive. You can do this using transaction code SU01 to view the user details and status.
  
  
  
  Reassign User:
  
  If the current extraction user is not appropriate, consider reassigning a different user who has the necessary permissions and is intended for extraction tasks.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on configuring extraction users in the context of SAP ESH.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.