How To Fix 01646 - You are not authorized to move users to the group &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 01 -

• Message number: 646

• Message text: You are not authorized to move users to the group &1

What causes this issue?

You have insufficient authorization for object S_USER_GRP with ACTVT =
01.
ELSE
You have insufficient authorization for object S_USER_GRP with ACTVT =
50.
ENDIF

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 01646 - You are not authorized to move users to the group &1 ?

  The SAP error message "01646 You are not authorized to move users to the group &1" typically occurs when a user attempts to move another user into a specific user group but lacks the necessary authorizations to perform that action. This is a common issue in SAP systems where user management and authorization are tightly controlled for security reasons.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to move another user into the specified group does not have the required authorizations. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in their user profile.
  User Group Restrictions: The user group in question may have specific restrictions that prevent certain users from being added or moved into it.
  Configuration Settings: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict user movements based on certain criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Authorizations: 
  
  Verify the authorizations of the user who is trying to move another user. This can be done using transaction code SU53 to analyze the last authorization check.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned that include permissions for user management, specifically for moving users between groups.
  
  
  
  Review User Group Settings:
  
  Check the settings of the user group &1 to see if there are any restrictions or specific authorizations required to add users to that group.
  This can be done using transaction code SU01 to view the user group details.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If the user does not have the required authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary roles or permissions.
  They can also provide insights into any organizational policies regarding user group management.
  
  
  
  Use Appropriate Transactions:
  
  Ensure that the correct transaction codes are being used for moving users. For example, SU01 for user maintenance and SU10 for mass user changes.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  If this is a recurring issue, consider providing documentation or training for users who are responsible for user management to ensure they understand the authorization requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU10: Mass User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects: 
  
  Check for relevant authorization objects such as S_USER_AGR (User Master Maintenance: Authorization Group) and S_USER_AUTH (User Master Maintenance: Authorization).
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to user management and authorization errors.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.