How To Fix ABAP_AUTHORITY_CHECK002 - &4 Insufficient authorizations to execute current AUTHORITY-CHECK

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 002

• Message text: &4 Insufficient authorizations to execute current AUTHORITY-CHECK

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ABAP_AUTHORITY_CHECK002 - &4 Insufficient authorizations to execute current AUTHORITY-CHECK ?

  The SAP error message ABAP_AUTHORITY_CHECK002 indicates that a user does not have sufficient authorizations to execute a specific authority check in an ABAP program. This error typically arises when a user attempts to perform an action that requires certain permissions that they do not possess.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the AUTHORITY-CHECK statement in an ABAP program is executed, and the user lacks the necessary authorizations defined in the authorization object being checked. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required roles or authorizations assigned to their user profile.
  Incorrect Role Assignment: The roles assigned to the user do not include the necessary authorizations for the specific action or transaction.
  Authorization Object Configuration: The authorization object being checked may not be correctly configured or may require additional fields to be filled in.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ABAP_AUTHORITY_CHECK002 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction SU01 to display the user profile and check the roles assigned to the user.
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This transaction provides a detailed report of the last authorization check and can help identify the missing authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the specific authorization object that is causing the issue. This information can usually be found in the error message or by analyzing the ABAP code where the AUTHORITY-CHECK is implemented.
  Use transaction SU21 to look up the authorization object and understand its fields and values.
  
  
  
  Assign Missing Roles:
  
  If the user is missing the necessary roles, work with your SAP security team to assign the appropriate roles that include the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the roles are assigned but still do not provide the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the roles using transaction PFCG to include the missing authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in, then attempt the action again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are used in SAP to control access to various transactions and data. Each object can have multiple fields that define the specific permissions required.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU21: Maintain Authorization Objects
  
  
  Security Roles: Ensure that roles are regularly reviewed and updated to reflect changes in business processes and user responsibilities.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation and resolution.