How To Fix 3G471 - Internal error: invalid return value during grant check

3G471 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3G - Payroll: International

• Message number: 471

• Message text: Internal error: invalid return value during grant check

What causes this issue?

The grant was checked when the account assignment object was being
checked, and the value "&V1&" was returned. This value cannot be
interpreted.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

3G471 - Details

• The SAP error message 3G471 ("Internal error: invalid return value during grant check") typically indicates an issue related to authorization checks within the SAP system. This error can occur during various operations, such as when a user attempts to execute a transaction or access a report for which they may not have the appropriate authorizations.
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The most common cause is that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action they are attempting.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues with the configuration of roles and authorizations in the system.
  System Bugs: Sometimes, this error can be triggered by bugs in the SAP system or specific patches that have not been applied.
  Custom Code: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may not be handling authorization checks correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the authorization check failure. This will