How To Fix 5@090 - Authorization &2 for object &1 contains invalid activity &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5@ -

• Message number: 090

• Message text: Authorization &2 for object &1 contains invalid activity &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5@090 - Authorization &2 for object &1 contains invalid activity &3 ?

  The SAP error message "5@090 Authorization &2 for object &1 contains invalid activity &3" indicates that there is an authorization issue related to a specific object in the SAP system. This error typically arises when a user attempts to perform an action for which they do not have the necessary permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Activity: The user is trying to perform an action (activity) that is not permitted for the specified authorization object.
  Missing Authorization: The user’s role or profile does not include the necessary authorizations for the specified object.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the authorization object settings or the roles assigned to the user.
  Role Changes: Changes in roles or authorizations that have not been properly updated or assigned to the user.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see the last authorization check and identify which authorization is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and profiles in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorization, you may need to modify the roles assigned to the user. This can be done in transaction PFCG.
  Ensure that the role includes the correct authorization object and the required activities.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Activities:
  
  If the activity is indeed valid but not included in the authorization object, you can add it to the role in PFCG.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes, contact your SAP security team or administrator to review and adjust the user’s authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are used in SAP to control access to various functions and data. Each object can have multiple fields that define the conditions under which access is granted.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display last authorization check.
  SU01: User Maintenance.
  PFCG: Role Maintenance.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on authorization concepts and best practices for managing user roles and permissions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue indicated by the error message.