How To Fix /BOFU/AUTH_CHECK025 - Authorization field '&1' has to be mapped to attribute '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOFU/AUTH_CHECK -

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Authorization field '&1' has to be mapped to attribute '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOFU/AUTH_CHECK025 - Authorization field '&1' has to be mapped to attribute '&2' ?

  The SAP error message /BOFU/AUTH_CHECK025 indicates that there is an authorization issue related to a specific authorization field that needs to be mapped to a corresponding attribute. This error typically arises in the context of SAP BusinessObjects or SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is a mismatch or missing mapping between authorization fields and the attributes defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Mapping: The authorization field specified in the error message (&1) is not properly mapped to the required attribute (&2). This can happen if the authorization object is not correctly configured in the system.
  Authorization Object Configuration: The authorization object may not have been set up correctly in the SAP system, leading to the inability to check the necessary authorizations.
  Changes in Data Model: If there have been recent changes to the data model or the authorization setup, it may lead to inconsistencies that trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Authorization Mapping:
  
  Go to the relevant authorization object configuration in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the authorization field (&1) is correctly mapped to the attribute (&2). This may involve checking the settings in transaction codes like SU21 (for authorization objects) or PFCG (for role maintenance).
  
  
  
  Update Authorization Roles:
  
  If the authorization roles have changed, ensure that the roles assigned to users include the necessary authorizations for the fields in question.
  You may need to adjust the roles or create new ones to accommodate the required mappings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation related to authorization management and the specific components you are working with (e.g., SAP BW, BusinessObjects).
  Look for any notes or updates from SAP that might address this specific error.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the authorization checks to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  Use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures after attempting to execute the action that triggered the error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the mappings and roles, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant configuration information.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are used in SAP to control access to various functionalities and data. Each object can have multiple fields that define the specific authorizations required.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU21: Manage authorization objects.
  PFCG: Role maintenance for managing user roles and authorizations.
  SU53: Analyze authorization checks and failures.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Regularly check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address known issues related to authorization checks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /BOFU/AUTH_CHECK025 error and ensure that the necessary authorizations are correctly configured in your SAP system.