How To Fix CNV_OM008 - Error - missing RFC authorizations

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_OM - Messages for Objectbased Migration

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Error - missing RFC authorizations

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_OM008 - Error - missing RFC authorizations ?

  The SAP error message CNV_OM008, which indicates "missing RFC authorizations," typically arises during operations that require Remote Function Call (RFC) communication between different SAP systems or between an SAP system and external systems. This error suggests that the user or system trying to perform the operation does not have the necessary authorizations to execute the required RFC functions.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user or service account does not have the necessary authorizations assigned to perform the RFC calls.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the required RFC function authorizations.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured to allow for the necessary RFC access.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the RFC destination or the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure that the necessary RFC authorizations are included.
  
  
  
  Assign Necessary Roles:
  
  If the required authorizations are missing, assign the appropriate roles that include the necessary RFC permissions. Common roles that may include RFC authorizations are those related to system administration or specific application functions.
  
  
  
  Review RFC Destination:
  
  Check the configuration of the RFC destination in transaction SM59. Ensure that the destination is correctly set up and that the user credentials used for the RFC connection have the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles or profiles, consult your SAP security team to request the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the RFC connection again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SM59: RFC Destinations
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to RFC include S_RFC, S_RFC_ADM, and S_RFC_AUTH.
  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 identify and resolve the CNV_OM008 error related to missing RFC authorizations.