How To Fix CACS_STD231 - Authorization check was called with initial parameters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CACS_STD - Higher Level Messages for Standard Contract

• Message number: 231

• Message text: Authorization check was called with initial parameters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACS_STD231 - Authorization check was called with initial parameters ?

  The SAP error message CACS_STD231 ("Authorization check was called with initial parameters") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Customer Activity Repository (CAR) or SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems. This error indicates that an authorization check was triggered, but the parameters provided for the check were not valid or were not set correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  Incorrect User Role: The user might not be assigned the correct role that includes the necessary authorizations for the transaction.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the authorization objects or the roles assigned to the user.
  Initial Parameters: The error suggests that the authorization check was called with initial parameters, which may indicate that the system is trying to validate something that hasn't been properly initialized or set.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the user is assigned the correct roles that include the necessary authorization objects related to the transaction they are trying to execute.
  
  
  
  Authorization Object Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the relevant authorization objects in transaction SU21 to ensure they are set up correctly.
  If necessary, modify the roles to include the missing authorizations.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can debug the transaction to see where the authorization check is failing and what parameters are being passed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or module you are working with to see if there are any known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking authorizations and configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU21: Maintain Authorization Objects
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the specific authorization objects related to the transaction you are trying to execute. This can help in understanding what permissions are required.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.