How To Fix BA608 - &1 (&2): no authorization

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BA - Data Archiving

• Message number: 608

• Message text: &1 (&2): no authorization

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BA608 - &1 (&2): no authorization ?

  The SAP error message BA608 typically indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to perform a specific action or access certain data within the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during the execution of a transaction, report, or when trying to access specific data objects.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user lacks the required authorizations in their user profile to perform the action or access the data.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the correct roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  Authorization Object: The specific authorization object related to the action being performed is not included in the user's profile.
  Profile Issues: There may be issues with the user's authorization profile or the roles assigned to them.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check and can help identify which specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to view the user's authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Profiles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 or PFCG. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for the action being attempted.
  If roles are missing, you may need to assign the appropriate roles to the user.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Objects:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the authorization objects in the roles to include the missing authorizations.
  This may involve working with your SAP security team or basis team to ensure that the correct authorizations are granted.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes, contact your SAP security or basis team for assistance. Provide them with the details of the error and any information from the SU53 transaction.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Test the action again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects are used to control access to various functions and data. Each object can have multiple fields that define the specific authorizations required.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display last authorization check.
  SU01: User maintenance.
  PFCG: Role maintenance.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user authorizations and roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BA608 error and implement a solution to resolve it.