How To Fix D4012 - Error in authorization check, error code &. Choose F1 HELP for more info.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D4 - DB2/400 specific messages

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Error in authorization check, error code &. Choose F1 HELP for more info.

How to fix this error?

The meaning of error codes are:
8 Too many parameters (fields, values). Maximum
allowed is 10.
12 Specified object not maintained in the user
master record.
16 No profile entered in the user master record.
24 The field names of the check call do not match
those of an authorization. Either the
authorization or the call is incorrect.
28 Incorrect structure for user master record.
32 Incorrect structure for user master record.
36 Incorrect structure for user master record.
If the return code value is 8 or possibly 24, inform the person
responsible for the program. If the return code value is 4, 12, 15 or
24, consult your system administrator if you think you should have the
relevant authorization.
In the case of errors 28 to 36, contact SAP, since authorizations have
probably been destroyed.
Individual authorizations are assigned to users in their respective
user profiles, i.e. they are grouped together in profiles which are
stored in the user master record.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D4012 - Error in authorization check, error code &. Choose F1 HELP for more info. ?

  The SAP error message D4012 indicates that there is an issue with authorization checks in the system. This error typically arises when a user attempts to perform an action for which they do not have the necessary permissions. The error code "&" usually represents a specific authorization object or activity that is being checked.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations for the action they are trying to perform.
  Authorization Object: The specific authorization object related to the action is not assigned to the user's role.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have the correct roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations.
  Profile Issues: There may be issues with the user profile or the roles assigned to the user.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for the action being attempted.
  Review Authorization Objects: Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check which authorization object is causing the issue. This transaction provides a detailed report of the last authorization check.
  Adjust Authorizations: If you identify that the user is missing specific authorizations, you may need to adjust the roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Consult with Security Team: If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  Use F1 Help: As suggested in the error message, you can press F1 on the error message itself to get more context and information about the specific authorization check that failed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that may be involved in the transaction you are trying to execute.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding user roles and authorizations to ensure compliance with security policies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the D4012 error.