How To Fix 5@102 - Authorization data for role &1 needs to be merged

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5@ -

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Authorization data for role &1 needs to be merged

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5@102 - Authorization data for role &1 needs to be merged ?

  The SAP error message "5@102 Authorization data for role &1 needs to be merged" typically indicates that there is an issue with the authorization data for a specific role in the SAP system. This error often arises when there are inconsistencies or conflicts in the authorization objects assigned to a role, which can prevent users from accessing certain transactions or functions.
  Cause:
  
  Role Conflicts: The role may have conflicting authorization data, possibly due to changes made to the role or the underlying authorization objects.
  Transport Issues: If roles are transported between different SAP systems (e.g., from development to production), inconsistencies can occur if the transport did not include all necessary authorization data.
  Changes in Authorization Objects: If there have been changes to the authorization objects or profiles that the role relies on, this can lead to the need for merging authorization data.
  Multiple Role Assignments: If a user is assigned multiple roles that have overlapping or conflicting authorizations, it can trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Merge Authorization Data:
  
  Use transaction code PFCG (Profile Generator) to access the role in question.
  Select the role that is causing the error.
  Go to the "Authorization" tab and click on the "Generate" button. This will regenerate the authorization profile and merge any conflicting data.
  After generating, make sure to save the changes.
  
  
  
  Check for Conflicts:
  
  Review the authorization objects assigned to the role and check for any conflicts or inconsistencies.
  Ensure that the necessary authorization objects are correctly assigned and that there are no duplicates.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the role was transported, ensure that all related transport requests were successfully imported and that there are no missing components.
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  Review the user assignments for the role. If a user has multiple roles, check for overlapping authorizations that might be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Authorization Trace:
  
  Use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures after the error occurs. This can provide insights into which specific authorizations are missing or conflicting.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PFCG: Profile Generator for managing roles and authorizations.
  SU53: Display authorization check to analyze authorization issues.
  SUIM: User Information System for reporting on user authorizations and roles.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on role management and authorization concepts.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to authorization issues, as there may be known issues or fixes available.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the "5@102 Authorization data for role &1 needs to be merged" error and ensure that the role's authorization data is consistent and correctly configured.