How To Fix 00804 - No authorization to process settings valid throughout the system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 00 -

• Message number: 804

• Message text: No authorization to process settings valid throughout the system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 00804 - No authorization to process settings valid throughout the system ?

  The SAP error message "00804 No authorization to process settings valid throughout the system" typically indicates that a user is attempting to perform an action or access a transaction for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. This error is often related to authorization objects that control access to specific functions or data within the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations assigned to their user profile for the specific action they are trying to perform.
  Authorization Object: The action may require specific authorization objects that are not included in the user's role.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have the correct roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations.
  Profile Issues: There may be issues with the user's profile or the roles assigned to them, such as being inactive or not properly configured.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check and can help identify which specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to view the user's profile and roles.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Roles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction PFCG. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorization objects for the action being performed.
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the role or create a new one that includes the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the details of the error and the transaction you were trying to execute.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, test the transaction again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are the building blocks of SAP security. Each authorization object contains fields that define the specific access rights.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User maintenance.
  PFCG: Role maintenance.
  SU53: Display authorization check.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal documentation for specific details on authorization objects relevant to your business processes.
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Regularly review user roles and authorizations to ensure they are up to date and aligned with business needs.
  Implement a process for handling authorization requests to streamline the granting of necessary permissions.
  Educate users on how to report authorization issues effectively, including using SU53 for troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the error message.