How To Fix AQ348 - Add. & created. Define the authorization calculation formula

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQ - Message texts for SAP Query

• Message number: 348

• Message text: Add. & created. Define the authorization calculation formula

What causes this issue?

The additional field or additional structure was created. So that the
fields are supplied with values you have to define a calculation
formula. Place the cursor on the addition and press the pushbutton
'Coding for Addition'.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQ348 - Add. & created. Define the authorization calculation formula ?

  The SAP error message AQ348 typically relates to authorization issues within the SAP system, specifically when it comes to the calculation of authorizations for users. This error can occur when the system is unable to determine the necessary authorizations for a user based on the defined roles and profiles.
  Cause of Error AQ348
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations assigned to their role or profile.
  Incorrect Role Assignment: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the action they are trying to perform.
  Authorization Objects: The authorization objects defined in the system may not be correctly configured or may be missing.
  Profile Generation Issues: There may be issues with the generation of authorization profiles, leading to incomplete or incorrect authorizations.
  
  Solution to Error AQ348
  
  Check User Roles: Verify that the user has the correct roles assigned. You can do this by using transaction code SU01 to check the user’s profile.
  Review Authorization Objects: Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what is missing.
  Adjust Roles and Profiles: If necessary, adjust the roles and profiles to include the required authorizations. This can be done using transaction codes PFCG (Profile Generator) to modify roles.
  Generate Profiles: If changes are made to roles, ensure that you regenerate the authorization profiles using the Profile Generator.
  Consult with Security Team: If you are not authorized to make changes, consult with your SAP security team to resolve the issue.
  
  Authorization Calculation Formula
  In SAP, the authorization calculation is based on a combination of roles, profiles, and authorization objects. The formula can be summarized as follows:
  
  Roles: Each user is assigned one or more roles that define what they can access.
  Authorization Objects: Each role contains authorization objects that specify the permissions for various activities (e.g., create, read, update, delete).
  Field Values: Each authorization object has fields that must be filled with specific values to grant access.
  User-Specific Data: The system checks the user’s data against the authorization objects to determine if access should be granted.
  
  The overall calculation can be thought of as:
  User Authorization = Roles Assigned + Authorization Objects + Field Values + User-Specific Data
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on authorization concepts and best practices for managing user access.
  Security Audits: Regularly conduct security audits to ensure that users have the appropriate access and that roles are correctly configured.
  
  If you continue to experience issues or if the error persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation.