How To Fix CNV_PE000 - User &1 is not authorized to execute this function &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_PE - General messages for posting engine

• Message number: 000

• Message text: User &1 is not authorized to execute this function &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_PE000 - User &1 is not authorized to execute this function &2 ?

  The SAP error message "CNV_PE000 User &1 is not authorized to execute this function &2" indicates that the user (represented by &1) does not have the necessary authorization to perform a specific function (represented by &2) within the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of data migration or conversion processes, often related to the SAP S/4HANA migration or other data transformation activities.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization roles or permissions to execute the specified function.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for the function in question.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured to allow access to the required transaction or function.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may be restricted based on user roles or profiles, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user’s authorizations.
  Review the roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include the necessary authorizations for the function being executed.
  
  
  
  Assign Required Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, assign the appropriate roles that include the required authorizations.
  This can be done using transaction code PFCG to modify or create roles.
  
  
  
  Authorization Object Check:
  
  Identify the specific authorization object related to the function &2 and ensure that the user has the necessary permissions for that object.
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the authorization check and see which specific authorizations are missing.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  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.
  Test the function again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to the function being executed. This can often be found in the documentation or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization errors in the context of your SAP version or implementation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the error message CNV_PE000.