How To Fix EE_SE_UPODM_MSG020 - Sender is not authorized

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EE_SE_UPODM_MSG - Message class for Utilities Point of Delivery Services

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Sender is not authorized

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EE_SE_UPODM_MSG020 - Sender is not authorized ?

  The SAP error message EE_SE_UPODM_MSG020: Sender is not authorized typically occurs in the context of SAP's User Provisioning and Data Management (UPDM) or similar authorization checks. This error indicates that the user or system trying to perform an action does not have the necessary permissions or authorizations to execute that action.
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required roles or authorizations assigned to perform the action.
  Incorrect User Configuration: The user might not be properly configured in the system, or their user profile may be missing necessary authorizations.
  Role Assignment Issues: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or action.
  System Configuration: There may be system-level configurations that restrict certain actions based on user roles or profiles.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the authorization check. This will show you which authorization object failed.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Assign Necessary Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required roles, assign the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for the action they are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Review Role Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the roles assigned to the user are correctly configured and include the necessary authorization objects. You may need to modify existing roles or create new ones.
  
  
  
  Consult Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Check for System Restrictions:
  
  Review any system-wide restrictions or configurations that may be affecting user authorizations. This could include settings in the profile parameters or specific security policies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  ST01: System Trace (for deeper analysis)
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that may be involved in the action being performed. This can help in understanding what specific permissions are required.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on user authorizations and role management.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.