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SAPSearch

Search for ABAP objects or search within source code. Two modes: 1. Object search (default): Search by name pattern with wildcards (* for any characters). Returns object type, name, package, description, and ADT URI. Use this to find classes, programs, function modules, tables, etc. 2. Source cod...

Risk signalsAccepts freeform code/query input (query)

Part of the Arc 1 server.

SAPSearch is read-only, but an agent in a loop can still rack up calls and cost. PolicyLayer caps every call before it runs. Live in minutes.

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AI agents call SAPSearch to retrieve information from Arc 1 without modifying any data. This is common in research, monitoring, and reporting workflows where the agent needs context before taking action. Because read operations don't change state, they are generally safe to allow without restrictions -- but you may still want rate limits to control API costs.

Even though SAPSearch only reads data, uncontrolled read access can leak sensitive information or rack up API costs. An agent caught in a retry loop could make thousands of calls per minute. A rate limit gives you a safety net without blocking legitimate use.

Read-only tools are safe to allow by default. No rate limit needed unless you want to control costs.

policy.json
{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "SAPSearch": {}
  }
}

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These attack patterns abuse exactly the kind of access SAPSearch gives an agent. Each links to the full case and the policy that stops it:

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Every attack above starts with a tool call. PolicyLayer checks each one against your policy first, so SAPSearch only ever does what you allow.

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Other read tools across the catalogue. The same approach applies to each: allow, with a rate cap to control cost.

What does the SAPSearch tool do? +

Search for ABAP objects or search within source code. Two modes: 1. Object search (default): Search by name pattern with wildcards (* for any characters). Returns object type, name, package, description, and ADT URI. Use this to find classes, programs, function modules, tables, etc. 2. Source code search (searchType="source_code"): Full-text search within ABAP source code across the system. Use this to find all objects containing a specific string (e.g., a method call, variable name, or class reference). Requires SAP_BASIS >= 7.51. Tips: BOR business objects appear as SOBJ type in results. The uri field from results can be used directly with SAPNavigate for references.. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Arc 1 MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on SAPSearch? +

Register the Arc 1 MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for SAPSearch: allow, deny, rate-limit, or require approval. Point your MCP client at the PolicyLayer proxy URL and the rule is enforced on every call, before it reaches Arc 1. Nothing to install.

What risk level is SAPSearch? +

SAPSearch is a Read tool with low risk. Read-only tools are generally safe to allow by default.

Can I rate-limit SAPSearch? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the SAPSearch rule in your PolicyLayer policy. For example, setting max: 10 and window: 60 limits the tool to 10 calls per minute. Rate limits are tracked per agent session and reset automatically.

How do I block SAPSearch completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for SAPSearch. The AI agent will receive a policy violation error and cannot call the tool. You can also include a reason field to explain why the tool is blocked.

What MCP server provides SAPSearch? +

SAPSearch is provided by the Arc 1 MCP server (marianfoo/arc-1). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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