How To Fix CNV_MBT850 - User &1 does not have the required authorization to execute this activity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_MBT - PCL message class

• Message number: 850

• Message text: User &1 does not have the required authorization to execute this activity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_MBT850 - User &1 does not have the required authorization to execute this activity ?

  The SAP error message "CNV_MBT850 User &1 does not have the required authorization to execute this activity" typically indicates that the user attempting to perform a specific action does not have the necessary authorizations assigned to their user profile. This error is often encountered in the context of data migration or conversion activities, particularly when using SAP's Migration Cockpit or similar tools.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user lacks the necessary roles or authorizations to execute the specific transaction or activity.
  Role Assignment: The roles assigned to the user may not include the required permissions for the specific task.
  Authorization Object: The authorization object related to the activity may not be properly configured or assigned to the user.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include the necessary permissions for the activity being performed.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the specific authorization objects required for the activity. This can often be found in the documentation for the transaction or activity.
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorizations are missing.
  
  
  
  Assign Missing Roles:
  
  If the user is missing roles, work with your SAP security team to assign the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Attempt to perform the activity again to verify that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or activity for any additional authorization requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance (to manage roles and authorizations)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific authorization issues related to the activity you are trying to perform.
  
  
  Security Team: Collaborate with your SAP security team or basis team to ensure that the user has the correct authorizations and that the roles are properly configured.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue and allow the user to execute the required activity successfully.