How To Fix DFS_FE_COMMON056 - Action terminated: Authorization is missing for at least one object.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DFS_FE_COMMON - Message Class for DFS Force Element

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Action terminated: Authorization is missing for at least one object.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DFS_FE_COMMON056 - Action terminated: Authorization is missing for at least one object. ?

  The SAP error message DFS_FE_COMMON056 indicates that an action has been terminated due to missing authorization for at least one object. This typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an operation for which they do not have the necessary permissions.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations assigned in their user profile for the specific transaction or object they are trying to access.
  Role Assignment Issues: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for the action being performed.
  Authorization Object Restrictions: The authorization objects related to the transaction may have restrictions that the user does not meet.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured, leading to missing authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which authorization object is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to view the user’s profile and roles.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Profiles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction PFCG. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for the action being attempted.
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the role or create a new one that includes the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the details of the error and the transaction you were trying to execute.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Then, attempt the action again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to roles or authorizations for future reference and compliance purposes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are used in SAP to control access to various transactions and data. Each transaction may require specific authorization objects.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the DFS_FE_COMMON056 error.