How To Fix 01641 - At least one authorization field does not exist; not possible to save

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 01 -

• Message number: 641

• Message text: At least one authorization field does not exist; not possible to save

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 01641 - At least one authorization field does not exist; not possible to save ?

  The SAP error message "01641: At least one authorization field does not exist; not possible to save" typically occurs when a user attempts to save a transaction or data entry in SAP, but the system detects that there are missing or invalid authorization fields. This can happen in various contexts, such as when creating or modifying master data, transaction data, or configuration settings.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Fields: The user may not have the necessary authorizations for certain fields that are required for the transaction.
  Authorization Object Issues: The authorization objects associated with the transaction may not be properly defined or may be missing.
  User Role Configuration: The user’s role may not include the necessary authorizations to access or modify the data in question.
  Custom Fields: If there are custom fields in the transaction that require specific authorizations, and those are not defined, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check which authorization checks failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorizations are missing.
  Review the user’s roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure that the necessary authorizations are included.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Ensure that the authorization objects related to the transaction are included in the user’s role.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Development:
  
  If the error is related to custom fields or custom transactions, ensure that the necessary authorizations for those custom elements are defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, test the transaction again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to the transaction you are working with. This can often be found in the documentation or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message 01641 in SAP.