How To Fix /BOFU/AUTH_CHECK001 - Authorization check for '&1' failed for user '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOFU/AUTH_CHECK -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Authorization check for '&1' failed for user '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOFU/AUTH_CHECK001 - Authorization check for '&1' failed for user '&2' ?

  The SAP error message /BOFU/AUTH_CHECK001 Authorization check for '&1' failed for user '&2' indicates that a user is attempting to perform an action or access a resource for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. This is a common issue in SAP systems, where security and access control are tightly managed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization object or the necessary permissions assigned to their user profile.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations.
  Authorization Object Configuration: The authorization objects related to the action being performed may not be correctly configured or may have restrictions that prevent access.
  User Status: The user might be locked or inactive, which can also lead to authorization checks failing.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to display the user profile and check the roles assigned to the user.
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see the last authorization check and identify which authorization object is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Profiles:
  
  Use transaction code PFCG to review the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorization objects for the action being performed.
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the role or create a new role that includes the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Adjust Authorization Objects:
  
  If you have access, review the configuration of the relevant authorization objects to ensure they are set up correctly and that the user has the necessary values assigned.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance. Provide them with the details of the error message and the context in which it occurred.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the specific authorization objects related to the transaction or action that triggered the error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines on user roles and authorizations to understand the structure and requirements in your organization.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the authorization failure and implement a solution to resolve the issue.