How To Fix ACMDT_OBJSTATUS340 - PFCG aspect contains an invalid PFCG authorization object: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACMDT_OBJSTATUS - ACM: Messages for the Object-Status of Designtime-Objects

• Message number: 340

• Message text: PFCG aspect contains an invalid PFCG authorization object: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACMDT_OBJSTATUS340 - PFCG aspect contains an invalid PFCG authorization object: &1 ?

  The SAP error message ACMDT_OBJSTATUS340 indicates that there is an issue with a PFCG (Profile Generator) authorization object in the context of role maintenance. Specifically, the error message states that the PFCG aspect contains an invalid PFCG authorization object, denoted by &1, which is a placeholder for the specific authorization object that is causing the issue.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Authorization Object: The authorization object referenced in the error message may not exist in the system or may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Transport Issues: If the role was transported from another system, the authorization object may not have been included in the transport request or may not exist in the target system.
  Inconsistent Role Definition: The role may have been modified in a way that left it in an inconsistent state, such as having references to objects that are no longer valid.
  Missing Authorizations: The user or role may lack the necessary authorizations to access the specified object.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Authorization Object: Verify if the authorization object mentioned in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction code SU21 to check the object definition.
  Role Maintenance: Open the role in transaction PFCG and check the authorization data. If the object is invalid, you may need to remove it or replace it with a valid one.
  Transport Check: If the role was transported, ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request. You may need to re-transport the missing objects.
  Recreate Role: If the role is severely corrupted, consider recreating it from scratch or copying it from a valid role.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the role and its associated objects.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PFCG: Role maintenance.
  SU21: Authorization object maintenance.
  SU53: Display authorization check.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on authorization management and role maintenance for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or Security team for further assistance, as they may have additional tools or insights to resolve the issue.