How To Fix CAWUSL355 - User &1 is not authorized to make a generic table scan

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CAWUSL - Message Class for Generic Table Browser

• Message number: 355

• Message text: User &1 is not authorized to make a generic table scan

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CAWUSL355 - User &1 is not authorized to make a generic table scan ?

  The SAP error message CAWUSL355 indicates that a user is attempting to perform a generic table scan but does not have the necessary authorizations to do so. This typically occurs when a user tries to access data in a way that is restricted by the system's authorization checks.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorizations to perform a generic table scan. This can happen if the user lacks the necessary roles or permissions assigned in the SAP system.
  Table Access Restrictions: Certain tables may have specific access restrictions based on the data security policies in place.
  Profile Configuration: The user's profile may not include the necessary authorizations for the actions they are trying to perform.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user's profile and roles.
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include access to the required tables.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations for generic table scans.
  Use transaction code PFCG to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary access.
  
  
  
  Review Table Access:
  
  Check if there are specific restrictions on the table being accessed. Some tables may have sensitive data that requires additional authorization checks.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the functionality again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects: The specific authorization objects that may be relevant include:
  
  S_TABU_DIS: Authorization for table display
  S_TABU_CLI: Authorization for client-specific table access
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CAWUSL355 error and ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform the required actions in SAP.