How To Fix 00676 - User not authorized to start the program on the host

00676 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 00 -

• Message number: 676

• Message text: User not authorized to start the program on the host

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 00676 - User not authorized to start the program on the host ?

  The SAP error message "00676 User not authorized to start the program on the host" typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to execute a specific program or transaction on the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to run background jobs, execute reports, or access certain functionalities that require specific permissions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization object or role that permits them to execute the program.
  Profile Restrictions: The user's profile may not include the necessary permissions to access the program or transaction.
  Host Restrictions: The program may be restricted to run only on certain hosts or systems, and the user is attempting to run it on an unauthorized host.
  Program-Specific Restrictions: Some programs may have specific restrictions set by the system administrator that limit who can execute them.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to