How To Fix ACMTOOL058 - You are not authorized to display this role

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACMTOOL - ACMTOOL Message Class

• Message number: 058

• Message text: You are not authorized to display this role

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACMTOOL058 - You are not authorized to display this role ?

  The SAP error message ACMTOOL058, which states "You are not authorized to display this role," typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to view or access a specific role within the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to access transaction codes related to role management or when attempting to view role assignments.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user lacks the necessary authorization objects that allow them to view the role in question.
  Role Restrictions: The role itself may have restrictions that prevent certain users from viewing it.
  Profile Issues: The user’s profile may not include the necessary permissions to access role management functions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization checks failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorizations are missing.
  Review the user’s roles and profiles using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) to ensure they have the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary administrative rights, you can add the required authorizations to the user’s profile or role.
  Use transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance) to modify roles and ensure that the user has access to the required authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the details of the error and the context in which it occurred.
  
  
  
  Review Role Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the role you are trying to access is correctly configured and that there are no restrictions that would prevent certain users from viewing it.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the access again to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to roles, such as S_USER_AUTH, S_USER_PRO, and S_USER_AGR.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on role management and authorization concepts.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Authorization Check Analysis
  SUIM: User Information System (to analyze user roles and authorizations)
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to gain the necessary access.