How To Fix EHSB_RC178 - You are not authorized to start the compliance check

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHSB_RC - Compliance Check

• Message number: 178

• Message text: You are not authorized to start the compliance check

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHSB_RC178 - You are not authorized to start the compliance check ?

  The SAP error message EHSB_RC178, which states "You are not authorized to start the compliance check," typically occurs in the context of SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module when a user attempts to initiate a compliance check but lacks the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization roles or permissions to execute the compliance check function.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the appropriate user roles that include the necessary transaction codes or authorization objects related to compliance checks.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict access to certain functionalities based on user roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the user’s assigned roles in the SAP system. This can be done by navigating to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and checking the roles assigned to the user.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include permissions for compliance checks.
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the relevant authorization objects that control access to compliance checks. Common authorization objects in EHS include EHS_COMPL_CHECK or similar.
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific permission is missing.
  
  
  
  Role Adjustment:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, work with your SAP security team to adjust the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required permissions.
  Ensure that the role includes the necessary transaction codes and authorization objects for compliance checks.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Attempt to initiate the compliance check again to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on authorization issues in the EHS module.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to EHS compliance checks to understand the required roles and authorizations better.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking roles and authorizations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EHSB_RC178 error and successfully initiate the compliance check.