How To Fix BRAIN807 - Error in the authorization check for authorization object &1; '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN -

• Message number: 807

• Message text: Error in the authorization check for authorization object &1; '&2'

What causes this issue?

When executing a query, the authorization '&v2&' for authorization
object '&v1&' '&v2&' for user '&v3&' was checked. An error occurred.

System Response

The query cannot be executed.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN807 - Error in the authorization check for authorization object &1; '&2' ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN807 indicates that there is an issue with the authorization check for a specific authorization object. This error typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action for which they do not have the necessary permissions.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations for the specified authorization object.
  Incorrect Role Assignment: The roles assigned to the user do not include the necessary authorizations.
  Profile Issues: The user’s profile may not be correctly configured to include the required authorizations.
  Changes in Authorization Objects: Changes in the authorization objects or roles may have occurred, leading to the user lacking the necessary permissions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BRAIN807 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to display the user’s profile.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include the necessary authorizations for the action being attempted.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the specific authorization object mentioned in the error message (the &1 and &2 placeholders).
  Use transaction code SU21 to review the details of the authorization object and understand what permissions are required.
  
  
  
  Adjust Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to adjust their roles using transaction code PFCG.
  Add the required authorization objects to the user’s roles and generate the profile.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the action again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles or authorizations, consult your SAP security team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are used in SAP to control access to various functions and data. Each object has specific fields that define the permissions required.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU21: Authorization Object Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the BRAIN807 error.