How To Fix /AIF/API_CUST091 - No authorization to edit RFC configuration &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /AIF/API_CUST -

• Message number: 091

• Message text: No authorization to edit RFC configuration &1

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /AIF/API_CUST091 - No authorization to edit RFC configuration &1 ?

  The SAP error message /AIF/API_CUST091 No authorization to edit RFC configuration &1 indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to edit the RFC (Remote Function Call) configuration for the specified object. This error typically arises in the context of the Application Interface Framework (AIF) when a user attempts to modify RFC settings.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user lacks the required authorization objects to perform the edit operation on the RFC configuration.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate roles that include the necessary permissions for editing RFC configurations.
  Configuration Restrictions: There may be restrictions in place that prevent certain users from modifying specific configurations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to analyze the authorization check. This will show which authorization objects are missing.
  Review the authorization logs to identify the specific missing authorizations.
  
  
  
  Assign Required Roles:
  
  Work with your SAP security team to ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations for editing RFC configurations.
  Common authorization objects that may be relevant include:
  
  S_RFC (RFC Authorization)
  S_TCODE (Transaction Code Authorization)
  S_AIF (AIF Authorization)
  
  
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Profiles:
  
  If the user needs to perform this action regularly, consider modifying the authorization profiles to include the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or the AIF configuration guide for specific details on required authorizations for editing RFC configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new permissions take effect.
  Attempt to perform the action again to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01 (User Maintenance) to manage user roles and authorizations.
  PFCG (Role Maintenance) to create or modify roles.
  SU53 (Authorization Check) to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to AIF and RFC configurations.
  
  
  AIF Documentation: Review the official SAP AIF documentation for best practices and guidelines on managing RFC configurations and authorizations.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with SAP support for further assistance.