How To Fix AD313 - No authorization; foreign key & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 313

• Message text: No authorization; foreign key & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD313 - No authorization; foreign key & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message AD313 ("No authorization; foreign key & does not exist") typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action that requires authorization for a specific foreign key relationship in the system, but the necessary authorizations are not granted. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with data in tables that have foreign key constraints.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the necessary authorizations to access or manipulate the data related to the foreign key.
  Foreign Key Relationship: The foreign key relationship being referenced does not exist in the database, which could be due to data integrity issues or incorrect configuration.
  User Role Configuration: The user’s role may not include the necessary permissions to access the specific data or transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure that the necessary authorizations are included.
  
  
  
  Verify Foreign Key Relationships:
  
  Check the database tables involved to ensure that the foreign key relationships are correctly defined and that the referenced data exists.
  Use transaction SE11 to view the data dictionary and confirm that the foreign key constraints are properly set up.
  
  
  
  Adjust User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to adjust their roles or create a new role that includes the required permissions.
  Work with your SAP security team to ensure that the user has the appropriate access rights.
  
  
  
  Data Integrity Check:
  
  If the foreign key relationship is supposed to exist but does not, investigate the data integrity of the tables involved. You may need to correct any inconsistencies in the data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or security team for specific guidance related to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the functionality again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AD313 error and implement a solution to resolve it.