How To Fix 11021 - No authorization

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 11 - External Services Management

• Message number: 021

• Message text: No authorization

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 11021 - No authorization ?

  The SAP error message "11021 No authorization" 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 can occur in various contexts within SAP, such as when trying to execute a transaction, access a report, or perform a specific function.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user’s role does not include the necessary authorization object required for the action.
  Incorrect Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the correct role that includes the required permissions.
  Profile Issues: The user’s profile may not be updated or may be incorrectly configured.
  Authorization Changes: Recent changes to authorization roles or profiles may have inadvertently removed necessary permissions.
  Transaction-Specific Restrictions: Some transactions may have additional restrictions based on organizational policies or security settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  Review Authorization Objects: Use transaction SU53 immediately after receiving the error to analyze the authorization check. This transaction shows the last authorization check and can help identify which specific authorization object is missing.
  Adjust Authorizations: If you have the necessary permissions, you can adjust the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations using transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Consult with Security Team: If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  Testing: After making changes, test the user’s access again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the specific authorization objects relevant to the transaction or action being performed. This can often be found in the documentation or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding user roles and authorizations to ensure compliance with security policies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the "No authorization" error in SAP.