How To Fix BCOMEC003 - The function could not be executed because of authorization error

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BCOMEC - Business Communication: Messages of external components

• Message number: 003

• Message text: The function could not be executed because of authorization error

What causes this issue?

You do not have sufficient authorizations within the external software
component in order to execute the required function.
Note: The authorizations concerned are not SAP authorizations but
authorizations which are configured and checked within the external
software component.
Further information on the external software component:
&V3&
The server concerned is &V1&.

System Response

The function was not executed.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

The error can occur in 2 different places:
1. In the connected gateway
2. In the underlying CTI software
In this case the error occurred in (&V4&).
The return code for the underlying CTI software is: &V2&

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BCOMEC003 - The function could not be executed because of authorization error ?

  The SAP error message BCOMEC003 indicates that a function could not be executed due to an authorization error. This typically means that the user attempting to perform the action does not have the necessary permissions or roles assigned to their user profile.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations to execute the specific function or transaction.
  Role Assignment: The user’s role may not include the necessary authorizations for the action they are trying to perform.
  Authorization Object: The authorization object related to the function may not be properly configured or assigned to the user.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be updated or may have been incorrectly set up.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that the necessary roles that include the required authorizations are assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to display the last authorization check. This will show which authorization object failed and why.
  Analyze the output to identify which specific authorizations are missing.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the roles using transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance) to include the missing authorizations.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator to request the required changes.
  
  
  
  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 function again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to roles or authorizations for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Concept: SAP uses a role-based access control system where users are assigned roles that contain authorizations to perform specific actions.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the specific function or transaction you are trying to execute.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.