How To Fix SAP_NWBC032 - Using smart search for resolving OBN &1.&2. Role filter is &3.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAP_NWBC - NWBC Messages

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Using smart search for resolving OBN &1.&2. Role filter is &3.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAP_NWBC032 - Using smart search for resolving OBN &1.&2. Role filter is &3. ?

  The SAP error message SAP_NWBC032 typically relates to issues encountered in the SAP NetWeaver Business Client (NWBC) when using the Smart Search functionality. This error message indicates that there is a problem with resolving the Object-Based Navigation (OBN) for a specific object type and instance, and it also mentions a role filter that is being applied.
  Cause:
  
  Role Filter Issues: The role filter specified in the error message may not have the necessary authorizations or may not be correctly configured to access the object you are trying to navigate to.
  Missing or Incorrect OBN Configuration: The Object-Based Navigation configuration for the specific object type and instance may be missing or incorrectly set up in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the required authorizations to access the object or the transaction associated with it.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the overall configuration of the NWBC or the backend system that is affecting the Smart Search functionality.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Role Configuration: Verify that the role filter specified in the error message is correctly configured and that the user has the necessary authorizations assigned to that role.
  Review OBN Configuration: Check the Object-Based Navigation settings in the SAP system to ensure that the OBN for the specified object type and instance is correctly defined.
  Authorization Check: Use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues after the error occurs. This will help identify if there are missing authorizations for the user.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to NWBC and Smart Search for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU53 (Authorization Check), SLG1 (Application Log), and PFCG (Role Maintenance) for role management.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to NWBC and Smart Search for any patches or updates that may address known issues.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to use Smart Search effectively and understand the role-based access model in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the SAP_NWBC032 error effectively.