How To Fix CNV_MBT_SHELL087 - Neccessary authorization required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_MBT_SHELL - Shell Creation

• Message number: 087

• Message text: Neccessary authorization required

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_MBT_SHELL087 - Neccessary authorization required ?

  The SAP error message CNV_MBT_SHELL087 indicates that a necessary authorization is required to perform a specific action or access certain data within the SAP system. This error typically arises during data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using the SAP Migration Cockpit or similar tools.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user executing the transaction or program does not have the required authorizations to perform the action.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or data access.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly set up to allow access to the required functions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SUIM to analyze user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations for the action being performed.
  If the user is missing roles, consult with your SAP security team to assign the correct roles.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the roles are present but do not include the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the roles. This can be done using transaction PFCG.
  Add the required authorization objects to the role and then regenerate the profile.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or process you are trying to execute. There may be specific authorizations required that are documented.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that may be required for the migration or conversion process.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the specific error message or the transaction you are working with, as they may provide additional insights or solutions.
  Security Audit: Conduct a security audit to ensure that users have the appropriate access levels and that there are no unnecessary restrictions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the CNV_MBT_SHELL087 error in your SAP system.