How To Fix ESH_AU_AUTHORIZATION021 - Wrong parameter combination while calling the program &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_AU_AUTHORIZATION - ESH: Checking for authorizations

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Wrong parameter combination while calling the program &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_AU_AUTHORIZATION021 - Wrong parameter combination while calling the program &1 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_AU_AUTHORIZATION021 indicates that there is a problem with the parameters being passed to a program or function module in the SAP system. This error typically arises when the parameters do not match the expected values or formats required by the program being called.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Parameter Values: The parameters being passed to the program may not be valid or may not meet the expected criteria.
  Missing Required Parameters: Some required parameters might be missing, leading to an invalid combination.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the program with the given parameters.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not set up correctly, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Parameter Values: Review the parameters being passed to the program. Ensure that they are valid and conform to the expected formats.
  Review Documentation: Consult the documentation for the program or function module to understand the required parameters and their expected values.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user executing the program has the necessary authorizations. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP debugger, you can set breakpoints in the program to see what parameters are being passed and where the error occurs.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE37 (Function Module), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to investigate the program or function module in question.
  Authorization Objects: Review the relevant authorization objects that might be associated with the program to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.