How To Fix ESH_UNITTEST000 - Authorization missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_UNITTEST - ES: Messages relating to Checkpoint-groups

• Message number: 000

• Message text: Authorization missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_UNITTEST000 - Authorization missing ?

  The SAP error message ESH_UNITTEST000: Authorization missing typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a function or access a resource in the SAP system for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. This error is often related to the Enterprise Search (ESH) functionality in SAP, particularly when running unit tests or accessing certain features.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user does not have the required authorization object assigned to their user profile. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations that are necessary for executing the specific transaction or function.
  Role Assignment: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the actions they are trying to perform.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the ESH setup that restrict access to certain functionalities.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to analyze the missing authorizations. This transaction will show you the last authorization check and what was missing.
  Review the authorization objects that are required for the action you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Assign Missing Roles:
  
  If you identify that certain roles or authorizations are missing, you will need to work with your SAP security team to assign the necessary roles to your user profile.
  Ensure that the roles include the required authorization objects for ESH functionalities.
  
  
  
  Review ESH Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, check the configuration of the Enterprise Search. Ensure that the search services and indexes are properly set up and that the user has access to the relevant search applications.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to ESH and authorization issues. There may be specific notes or guides that address common authorization problems.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or configurations, test the functionality again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User maintenance (to check or modify user roles).
  PFCG: Role maintenance (to create or modify roles).
  SU53: Authorization check analysis.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to ESH and authorization.
  
  
  Security Team: Collaborate with your SAP security team to ensure that proper governance and compliance are maintained when assigning roles and authorizations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue related to the ESH_UNITTEST000 error message.