How To Fix 44116 - Authorization group entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 44 - Dictionary authorization messages

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Authorization group entered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 44116 - Authorization group entered ?

  The SAP error message "44116 Authorization group entered" typically indicates that there is an issue with the authorization group assigned to a particular object or transaction. This error often arises when a user attempts to access a transaction or perform an action for which they do not have the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations for the authorization group associated with the object or transaction they are trying to access.
  Authorization Group Configuration: The authorization group may not be properly configured in the system, or the user may not be assigned to the correct roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for the specific authorization group.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to analyze the authorization check. This will show you which authorization was missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the roles assigned to the user. This can be done in transaction PFCG.
  Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorization objects and that the authorization group is included in the role.
  
  
  
  Assign Authorization Group:
  
  If the authorization group is not correctly assigned to the user’s role, you may need to add it. This can involve editing the authorization profile in the role and adding the relevant authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects are used to control access to various transactions and data. Each object can have multiple fields, including authorization groups.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the "44116 Authorization group entered" error message in SAP.