How To Fix 5C598 - You do not have authorization for execution of the PC editor

5C598 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5C - HR: Messages for Switzerland

• Message number: 598

• Message text: You do not have authorization for execution of the PC editor

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5C598 - You do not have authorization for execution of the PC editor ?

  The SAP error message 5C598 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to execute the PC (Process Chain) editor. This typically occurs when a user attempts to access or modify process chains in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or similar environments without the appropriate permissions.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by insufficient authorization in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user lacks the necessary authorization objects that allow access to the PC editor functionality.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user's roles and authorizations.
  Identify the roles assigned to the user and review the authorization objects related to the PC editor.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  The key authorization objects related to the PC editor are typically:
  S_BW_BC: This object controls access to process chains.
  S_BW_TC: This object controls access to the transaction codes related to process chains.
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary