How To Fix AJ005 - Internal: invalid access control &1 for operand &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AJ - Billing program

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Internal: invalid access control &1 for operand &2

What causes this issue?

Access control &v1& has been determined for operand &v2&. This is an
invalid access control.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE ISU_SAP OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AJ005 - Internal: invalid access control &1 for operand &2 ?

  The SAP error message AJ005 Internal: invalid access control &1 for operand &2 typically indicates an issue related to authorization or access control settings within the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during the execution of a program, transaction, or report where the system is trying to access certain data or perform an operation that the user does not have permission to execute.
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the transaction or program does not have the necessary authorizations for the specified operand (e.g., a specific data object, transaction, or function).
  Configuration Errors: There may be misconfigurations in the access control settings or roles assigned to the user.
  Data Integrity Issues: The operand being accessed may not exist or may be in a state that is not allowed for the current operation.
  System Bugs: In some cases, this error may arise from bugs or inconsistencies in the SAP system itself.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction SU53 to analyze the last authorization check and see if any missing authorizations are causing the issue.
  Review the roles assigned to the user in transaction PFCG and ensure that the necessary authorizations for the operation are included.
  
  
  
  Review Access Control Settings:
  
  Check the configuration of access control settings related to the specific operand mentioned in the error message.
  Ensure that the access control lists (ACLs) or authorization objects are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP security team or basis team to review the authorization settings and make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Issues:
  
  Verify that the operand (e.g., a specific data record or object) exists and is in a valid state for the operation being performed.
  
  
  
  System Notes and Patches:
  
  Check for any SAP Notes or patches that may address this specific error. Sometimes, SAP releases updates that fix known issues.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program or transaction that triggered the error to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53: Authorization check analysis.
  PFCG: Role maintenance.
  SE80: Object Navigator for debugging.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes that might provide additional context or solutions for this error.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to authorization management and access control to better understand how to configure and troubleshoot these settings.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to escalate the problem to SAP support for further investigation.