How To Fix EMDUS068 - You do not have authorization for &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EMDUS -

• Message number: 068

• Message text: You do not have authorization for &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EMDUS068 - You do not have authorization for &1 ?

  The SAP error message EMDUS068, which states "You do not have authorization for &1," typically indicates that a user is attempting to access a transaction, report, or function for which they do not have the necessary authorization. The "&1" placeholder usually represents the specific object or transaction that the user is trying to access.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user’s role does not include the necessary authorization object required to perform the action.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the correct role that includes the required permissions.
  Authorization Profile: The authorization profile assigned to the user may not cover the required authorizations.
  Changes in Authorization: Recent changes in roles or authorizations may have removed access inadvertently.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that the necessary roles are included.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after receiving the error to display the last authorization check. This will show which authorization object is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code PFCG to review the roles and the associated authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the necessary authorization is missing, you may need to modify the role using transaction PFCG to include the required authorization objects.
  Ensure that the role is activated after making changes.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: These are specific to the actions a user can perform in SAP. Common objects include S_TCODE (Transaction Codes), S_USER_AUTH (User Authorizations), etc.
  Documentation: SAP provides documentation on authorization concepts and best practices, which can be helpful for understanding how to manage user access effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EMDUS068 error and implement a solution to resolve it.