How To Fix FSH_ARUN_MSG188 - You are not authorized to use this function

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSH_ARUN_MSG - ARUN Message Class

• Message number: 188

• Message text: You are not authorized to use this function

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSH_ARUN_MSG188 - You are not authorized to use this function ?

  The SAP error message FSH_ARUN_MSG188 indicates that a user is attempting to access a function or transaction for which they do not have the necessary authorization. This is a common issue in SAP systems, where user roles and authorizations are strictly managed to ensure security and compliance.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user does not have the required authorization object assigned to their user profile.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the correct role that includes the necessary permissions for the function they are trying to access.
  Authorization Object: The specific authorization object related to the function may not be included in the user's role.
  Profile Issues: There may be issues with the user's profile or the roles assigned to them.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  Review Authorization Objects: Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check which authorization objects are missing. This transaction shows the last authorization check and can help identify what is lacking.
  Authorization Management: If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the roles using transaction PFCG (Profile Generator) to include the required authorization objects.
  Contact Security Administrator: If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security administrator or the person responsible for user management in your organization. Provide them with the error message and details of the function you were trying to access.
  Testing: After changes are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are the building blocks of SAP security. Each function in SAP is linked to specific authorization objects that define what actions a user can perform.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with key transaction codes related to user management and authorization, such as:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SUIM: User Information System (to analyze user authorizations)
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the error message FSH_ARUN_MSG188.