How To Fix 01747 - Note: Authorization field &1 is used in Workbench objects

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 01 -

• Message number: 747

• Message text: Note: Authorization field &1 is used in Workbench objects

What causes this issue?

The authorization field selected to be changed is part of at least one
authorization that is already used in Workbench objects (programs,
classes, authorization default values, and so on).
Changing the field properties of this field could lead to severe
syntactic or semantic errors.

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?

Use transaction SU21 to identify the Workbench objects affected and to
make the necessary corrections in the course of the planned change to
the field. Ensure that you use one request for the necessary Workbench
corrections and the field property change.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 01747 - Note: Authorization field &1 is used in Workbench objects ?

  The SAP error message 01747, which states "Authorization field &1 is used in Workbench objects," typically occurs when there is an issue related to authorization checks in the context of Workbench objects (like programs, function modules, etc.) in SAP. This error indicates that the system has detected an authorization field that is being used in a Workbench object, and the user does not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify that object.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations for the specific authorization field mentioned in the error message.
  Authorization Object Configuration: The authorization object may not be properly configured, or the relevant fields may not be assigned correctly.
  Transport Requests: If the Workbench object is part of a transport request, the transport may not have been released or imported correctly, leading to authorization issues.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 to analyze the last authorization check that failed. This will show you which authorization object and field are causing the issue.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure that the necessary authorizations are assigned.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations for the authorization field in question.
  
  
  
  Authorization Object Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the authorization object is correctly configured in the system. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify that the authorization object is set up properly.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If the issue is related to a transport request, ensure that the transport has been properly released and imported into the target system. Check the transport logs for any errors.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional information or solutions related to this error message. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the specific authorization objects that are relevant to your SAP environment, as they define the permissions for various actions.
  SAP Security Team: Collaborate with your SAP security team to ensure that the authorization model is correctly implemented and that users have the necessary access rights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.