How To Fix BC201 - Exception & with & in SCHEDULE_AUTHORITY_CHECK function module

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BC - Scheduler (calendar)

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Exception & with & in SCHEDULE_AUTHORITY_CHECK function module

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BC201 - Exception & with & in SCHEDULE_AUTHORITY_CHECK function module ?

  The SAP error message BC201, which indicates an "Exception & with & in SCHEDULE_AUTHORITY_CHECK function module," typically arises when there is an authorization issue related to scheduling jobs or accessing certain functionalities within the SAP system. This error is often encountered when a user attempts to execute a transaction or function that requires specific authorizations that the user does not possess.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action they are trying to execute. This could be related to job scheduling, accessing certain reports, or executing specific transactions.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the actions they are trying to perform.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly set up to include the required authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to check the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Profiles:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations for job scheduling and related activities.
  If roles need to be modified, you can use transaction PFCG to adjust the roles and add the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to roles or profiles, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the details of the error and the transaction you were trying to execute.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Then, test the transaction again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that may be related to job scheduling, such as S_BTCH_ADM (Batch Administration) or S_TCODE (Transaction Codes).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to authorization checks and the specific function module SCHEDULE_AUTHORITY_CHECK for more detailed information.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BC201 error and implement a solution to resolve the authorization issue.