How To Fix ABAP_AUTHORITY_CHECK001 - &4 User assigned with more authorizations than available for the user

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ABAP_AUTHORITY_CHECK - Classic ABAP authority check helper messages

• Message number: 001

• Message text: &4 User assigned with more authorizations than available for the user

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ABAP_AUTHORITY_CHECK001 - &4 User assigned with more authorizations than available for the user ?

  The SAP error message ABAP_AUTHORITY_CHECK001 indicates that a user has been assigned more authorizations than are available for that user. This typically occurs when the system detects that the user's authorization profile exceeds the limits set by the system or the specific authorization objects.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Profile Issues: The user may have been assigned multiple authorization profiles that collectively exceed the allowed limits.
  Role Conflicts: The user might have roles that conflict with each other, leading to an overallocation of authorizations.
  User Master Record: The user master record may not be properly configured, leading to inconsistencies in the assigned authorizations.
  System Configuration: There may be system settings that limit the number of authorizations a user can have, and the user has exceeded this limit.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the assigned roles and profiles to see if there are any redundancies or conflicts.
  Remove unnecessary roles or profiles that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization Profiles:
  
  Use transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance) to review the roles assigned to the user.
  Ensure that the roles do not collectively exceed the authorization limits.
  
  
  
  Adjust System Settings:
  
  If applicable, check the system settings for authorization limits. This may require consulting with your SAP Basis team or system administrator.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction SUIM:
  
  Use transaction SUIM (User Information System) to generate reports on user authorizations and identify any discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the user’s access to ensure that the error message no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to authorization checks for any specific configurations or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Understand the specific authorization objects that are relevant to the user’s roles and profiles.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  Security Audit: Conduct a security audit to ensure that user authorizations are aligned with organizational policies and compliance requirements.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP security team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.