How To Fix 65616 - Security class group is incomplete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 65 - Securities class data

• Message number: 616

• Message text: Security class group is incomplete

What causes this issue?

The security class group cannot be archived because it is incomplete.
This means that there is a security class in the system that is related
to one of the security classes in the security class group but that was
not selected.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

This issue is avoided if all the security classes in the system are
selected. It is therefore generally recommended to run the write program
with an empty selection screen.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 65616 - Security class group is incomplete ?

  The SAP error message "65616 Security class group is incomplete" typically indicates that there is an issue with the security configuration in the SAP system, specifically related to authorization objects and roles. This error often arises when a security class group is not fully defined or is missing necessary components.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Security Class Group: The security class group may not have all the required authorization objects assigned to it.
  Missing Authorizations: Users assigned to this security class group may lack the necessary authorizations to perform certain actions.
  Role Assignment Issues: The roles assigned to users may not be properly configured or may not include the necessary authorizations.
  Transport Issues: If the security class group was transported from one system to another, it may not have been fully transported, leading to missing components.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Security Class Group Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code PFCG (Profile Generator).
  Check the security class group in question and ensure that all necessary authorization objects are included.
  If any authorization objects are missing, add them to the security class group.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Ensure that users who are encountering this error have the correct roles assigned.
  Check the roles for completeness and ensure they include all necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Transport Validation:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that the transport request included all necessary objects and that they were imported correctly.
  If needed, re-transport the missing components.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Use transaction SU53 to check the authorization failure for the user experiencing the issue. This transaction provides insights into which authorizations are missing.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration by logging in with a user assigned to the modified security class group to ensure the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are the building blocks of SAP security and define what actions a user can perform on specific data.
  Roles and Profiles: Roles in SAP are collections of authorizations that can be assigned to users. Profiles are generated from roles and are used to control access.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PFCG: Profile Generator for managing roles and authorizations.
  SU01: User maintenance, where you can assign roles to users.
  SU53: Authorization check analysis tool to diagnose authorization issues.
  
  
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP security team or refer to SAP support for further assistance.