How To Fix AUTH_WIZ005 - The field & is not an org. level

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AUTH_WIZ - Authorization Wizard

• Message number: 005

• Message text: The field & is not an org. level

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AUTH_WIZ005 - The field & is not an org. level ?

  The SAP error message AUTH_WIZ005 indicates that a specific field is not recognized as an organizational level in the context of authorization checks. This error typically arises when you are working with authorization objects or roles in SAP, particularly when using the Authorization Management tools.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Field Usage: The field specified in the error message is not defined as an organizational level in the relevant authorization object. Organizational levels are typically fields that define the structure of an organization, such as Company Code, Plant, or Sales Organization.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the authorization object or the way the roles are set up.
  Field Not Defined: The field you are trying to use may not be defined in the system as an organizational level for the specific authorization object you are working with.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Authorization Object: Verify the authorization object you are working with and ensure that the field in question is indeed defined as an organizational level. You can do this by navigating to the transaction code SU21 to view the details of the authorization object.
  Modify Role/Authorization: If the field is not an organizational level, you may need to modify the role or authorization profile to use a valid organizational level field.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific authorization object to understand the valid fields and their purposes.
  Use Valid Fields: If you are creating or modifying roles, ensure that you are using fields that are recognized as organizational levels for the specific authorization object.
  Testing: After making changes, test the authorization to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are used in SAP to control access to various transactions and data based on user roles.
  Organizational Levels: These are specific fields that define the structure of an organization and are used in various SAP modules (e.g., Finance, Logistics).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), and SU21 (Authorization Object Maintenance) for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP security team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.