How To Fix 5M336 - A destroyed authorization for object PCLX exists in the user master data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5M - Error Messages for Denmark

• Message number: 336

• Message text: A destroyed authorization for object PCLX exists in the user master data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5M336 - A destroyed authorization for object PCLX exists in the user master data ?

  The SAP error message 5M336 indicates that there is a destroyed authorization for the object PCLX in the user master data. This typically occurs when a user is trying to access a transaction or function that requires specific authorizations, but those authorizations have been removed or are no longer valid.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Changes: The user’s authorizations may have been changed or removed, possibly due to role changes or updates in the authorization profiles.
  User Master Data Issues: The user master data may have inconsistencies or issues that lead to the destruction of the authorization.
  Transport Issues: If there were recent transports that included changes to authorization objects, it could lead to inconsistencies in the user master data.
  Profile Deletion: If a profile that contained the necessary authorizations was deleted or modified, it could lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction SU01 to check the user’s authorizations. Look for the authorization object PCLX and see if it is assigned correctly.
  If the authorization is missing, you may need to reassign the appropriate roles or profiles that include the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Use transaction PFCG to review the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the roles contain the necessary authorizations for the object PCLX.
  If roles have been changed recently, consider reverting to a previous version or reassigning the correct roles.
  
  
  
  Authorization Trace:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the authorization check. This will show you which authorizations are missing and help you identify the problem.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to see if any changes were made to authorization objects or roles that could have affected the user.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to resolve the issue. They can help restore the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Recreate User Master Data:
  
  In some cases, if the user master data is corrupted, it may be necessary to recreate the user or reset the user’s authorizations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Object PCLX: This object is related to the authorization checks for personnel cost planning and is typically used in HR-related transactions.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and user management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the 5M336 error message in SAP.