How To Fix DS131 - Authorization for object & is required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DS - Messages for Editing Text Elements in ABAP Programs

• Message number: 131

• Message text: Authorization for object & is required

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DS131 - Authorization for object & is required ?

  The SAP error message DS131 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization for a specific object. This typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action or access a transaction that requires certain permissions that they do not possess.
  Cause:
  The error message "DS131 Authorization for object & is required" is triggered when:
  
  The user lacks the required authorization for a specific authorization object.
  The authorization object is not included in the user's role or profile.
  The user is trying to access a transaction or perform an operation that is restricted due to missing authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Authorization Object:
  
  The error message will usually specify which authorization object is missing. Take note of this object.
  
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to display the user profile.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and see if the required authorization object is included in any of those roles.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Profiles:
  
  Use transaction code PFCG to review the roles and authorization profiles.
  If the required authorization object is not present, you may need to modify the role to include it.
  
  
  
  Modify Role:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can add the required authorization object to the role.
  Ensure that the correct values for the fields in the authorization object are set.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, remember to transport the changes to the production environment if necessary.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to see if the issue is resolved.
  Test the transaction or action that was previously causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are used in SAP to control access to various functionalities. Each object can have multiple fields that define the level of access.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user authorizations and roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the DS131 error message.