CVIV_UI167 - Cannot view data; Authorization object &1 not assigned to your user

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CVIV_UI - Vendor Integration in Business Partner Processing Dialog

• Message number: 167

• Message text: Cannot view data; Authorization object &1 not assigned to your user

What causes this issue?

You cannot view the data because the authorization object &v1& is not
assigned to you.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator to assign the authorization object to
your user.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CVIV_UI167 - Cannot view data; Authorization object &1 not assigned to your user ?

  The SAP error message CVIV_UI167 indicates that a user is attempting to access data for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. Specifically, the message states that the authorization object referenced (denoted as &1) is not assigned to the user's profile.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user does not have the required authorization object assigned to their user profile. This could be due to a lack of roles or authorizations that include the necessary permissions.
  Role Assignment Issues: The roles assigned to the user may not include the specific authorization object needed to access the data.
  Changes in Authorization: Recent changes in roles or authorizations may have removed access to the required object.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Authorization Object: Check the error message for the specific authorization object (denoted as &1) that is causing the issue.
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to display the user profile.
  Go to the "Roles" tab and review the roles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Review Role Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code PFCG to access the role maintenance.
  Find the role(s) assigned to the user and check the authorization data for the specific authorization object mentioned in the error message.
  Ensure that the necessary authorizations are included in the role.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles if Necessary:
  
  If the authorization object is missing, you may need to add it to the role.
  Make sure to generate the profile after making changes to the role.
  
  
  
  Test Access: After making the necessary changes, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  Consult with Security Team: If you do not have the necessary permissions to modify roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are used in SAP to control access to various functions and data. Each object can have multiple fields that define the specific permissions.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Security: Understanding the basics of SAP security and authorization concepts can help in troubleshooting similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CVIV_UI167 error and restore access to the required data.