How To Fix ACM_SYNTAX140 - No access control of entity &1 can be applied

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACM_SYNTAX - ACM: DCL Syntax Error Messages

• Message number: 140

• Message text: No access control of entity &1 can be applied

What causes this issue?

No access control found for entity &V1& applies the entity of the own
access control. Therefore, this is an error situation.

System Response

The own access control cannot be generated.

How to fix this error?

In adjacent messages, the system provides hints about the root cause of
the issue (for example, a field used in an inherited access control does
not exist in the entity of the own access control).

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACM_SYNTAX140 - No access control of entity &1 can be applied ?

  The SAP error message ACM_SYNTAX140, which states "No access control of entity &1 can be applied," typically occurs in the context of access control and authorization checks within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to apply access control rules for a specific entity, which can lead to issues with data visibility and security.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The user may not have the necessary authorization objects assigned to their role to access the specified entity.
  Incorrect Configuration: The access control configuration for the entity may be incomplete or incorrectly set up.
  Entity Not Defined: The entity referenced in the error message may not be defined in the system or may not have any access control rules associated with it.
  Transport Issues: If the access control settings were recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to incomplete or missing configurations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check User Authorizations: Verify that the user encountering the error has the appropriate roles and authorizations assigned. This can be done using transaction code SU53 to analyze the last authorization check.
  Review Access Control Configuration: Go to the relevant configuration settings for the entity in question and ensure that access control rules are properly defined. This may involve checking transaction codes related to access control, such as PFCG (Role Maintenance) or SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Define the Entity: If the entity is not defined, you may need to create it and associate the necessary access control rules.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to access control for the specific module or entity to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to ACM_SYNTAX140. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SU53 (Authorization Check), PFCG (Role Maintenance), and SU01 (User Maintenance) for managing user roles and authorizations.
  Access Control Framework: Understand the access control framework in SAP, including how entities are defined and how access control rules are applied.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation and resolution.