How To Fix EDOCUMENT062 - You do not have authorization for process step &1 (auth. object &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDOCUMENT - eDocument: Messages

• Message number: 062

• Message text: You do not have authorization for process step &1 (auth. object &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDOCUMENT062 - You do not have authorization for process step &1 (auth. object &2) ?

  The SAP error message EDOCUMENT062 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to perform a specific process step in the e-document framework. This error typically arises when a user attempts to execute a function or transaction that requires specific authorizations defined in the system.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by a lack of authorization for the specified process step. The message provides two key pieces of information:
  
  Process Step (&1): This indicates the specific step or action the user is trying to perform.
  Authorization Object (&2): This refers to the specific authorization object that is required to perform the action.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Process Step and Authorization Object:
  
  Review the error message to identify the process step and the authorization object that is causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insights into which specific authorizations are missing.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for the process step indicated in the error message.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorization is missing, you may need to modify the existing roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations. This can be done using transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making changes to the roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in, then attempt to perform the action again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to modify roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to assist in resolving the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects are used to control access to various functions and data. Each object can have multiple fields that define the specific authorizations required.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue related to the EDOCUMENT062 error message.