How To Fix DP_SHARED160 - Authorization is inconsistent: missing source

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DP_SHARED - SAP digital payments add-on shared error messages

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Authorization is inconsistent: missing source

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DP_SHARED160 - Authorization is inconsistent: missing source ?

  The SAP error message DP_SHARED160 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the authorization settings related to a specific object or transaction. The message specifically states that there is a "missing source," which typically means that the system is unable to find the necessary authorization object or source that is required for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user may not have the required authorization object assigned to their user profile.
  Inconsistent Role Assignment: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for the specific transaction or operation.
  Changes in Authorization Profiles: If there have been recent changes to authorization profiles or roles, it may have led to the removal of necessary authorizations.
  Transport Issues: If the authorization changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Assign Missing Authorizations:
  
  If you identify the missing authorization object, you can either assign it directly to the user or modify the relevant role to include the necessary authorizations.
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Role Changes:
  
  If there have been recent changes to roles or authorizations, review those changes to ensure that they did not inadvertently remove necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Transport Authorization Changes:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or issues related to authorization objects. Ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  
  
  
  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.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to the transaction or operation you are trying to perform.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the DP_SHARED160 error message in SAP.