How To Fix ES042 - Variant and parameter transactions have no authorization objects

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ES - ABAP Workbench: Repository Information System

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Variant and parameter transactions have no authorization objects

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ES042 - Variant and parameter transactions have no authorization objects ?

  The SAP error message ES042 indicates that a user is trying to execute a transaction variant or parameter transaction for which they do not have the necessary authorization objects. This typically occurs when a user attempts to access a transaction that has been customized with variants or parameters, but their user profile does not include the required authorizations to execute those specific settings.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user lacks the necessary authorization objects that are required to execute the transaction variant or parameter transaction.
  Transaction Variants: The transaction variant may have specific authorization checks that are not met by the user's role.
  Profile Issues: The user's authorization profile may not be correctly configured to include the necessary authorizations for the transaction in question.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the authorization check. This will show which authorization objects are missing.
  Review the user's roles and profiles in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance) to ensure that the necessary authorizations are included.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorization objects are missing, you may need to modify the user's roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Ensure that the role includes the relevant transaction codes and authorization objects associated with the transaction variant.
  
  
  
  Transaction Variant Settings:
  
  Check the settings of the transaction variant using transaction SHD0 (Transaction Variants). Ensure that the variant is correctly configured and that the authorization checks are appropriate.
  
  
  
  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 address the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or transaction variants, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are the building blocks of SAP security, defining what actions a user can perform on specific objects.
  Transaction Variants: These allow for the customization of standard SAP transactions, enabling users to have a tailored experience based on their roles.
  SAP Security Best Practices: Regularly review and audit user roles and authorizations to ensure compliance and minimize security risks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ES042 error and ensure that users have the appropriate access to the required transaction variants and parameter transactions.