How To Fix C$120 - You do not have authorization for the required action

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C$ -

• Message number: 120

• Message text: You do not have authorization for the required action

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C$120 - You do not have authorization for the required action ?

  The SAP error message C$120, which states "You do not have authorization for the required action," typically indicates that the user attempting to perform a specific action does not have the necessary permissions or authorizations assigned to their user profile. This can occur in various contexts within SAP, such as when trying to access certain transactions, reports, or functions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user may not have the required authorization object assigned to their role.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned the correct role that includes the necessary permissions.
  Authorization Profile: The authorization profile linked to the user may not include the required authorizations.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may have restrictions based on user roles or profiles.
  Organizational Level Restrictions: The user may not have access to specific organizational levels (e.g., company codes, plants) required for the action.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for the action being attempted.
  Review Authorization Objects: Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check which authorization objects are missing. This transaction provides a detailed view of the authorization check that failed.
  Modify Roles: If the required authorizations are missing, a security administrator or someone with the appropriate permissions should modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Test Changes: After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  Consult Security Team: If you are not authorized to make changes, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Concepts: Understanding how authorizations work in SAP, including roles, profiles, and authorization objects, is crucial for troubleshooting these types of errors.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or internal guidelines for managing user authorizations and roles.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, further investigation may be required, potentially involving SAP support or a deeper analysis of the authorization setup in your system.