How To Fix FTBP121 - You are not authorized to work with role &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTBP - Business Partner: Message Class for Application FSBP

• Message number: 121

• Message text: You are not authorized to work with role &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTBP121 - You are not authorized to work with role &1 ?

  The SAP error message FTBP121, which states "You are not authorized to work with role &1," typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to access or perform actions related to a specific role in the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to access a transaction, report, or functionality that is restricted to certain user roles.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization objects assigned to their user profile for the specified role.
  Role Assignment: The role in question may not be assigned to the user in the user master record.
  Authorization Profile Issues: There may be issues with the authorization profiles that are linked to the user or the role.
  Changes in Role Definition: The role may have been modified or removed, leading to the user being unable to access it.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the "Roles" tab to see if the required role (&1) is assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to display the last authorization check. This will help identify which specific authorization object is missing.
  If you have access, you can also use transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance) to review the role's authorizations and ensure that the necessary authorization objects are included.
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  If the role is not assigned, you may need to assign it to the user. This typically requires administrative access.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator to request the role assignment.
  
  
  
  Authorization Profile Update:
  
  If the role has been modified, ensure that the changes are reflected in the user’s authorization profile. This may involve re-generating the profile or updating the user’s authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the required roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to the role in question.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding role management and authorization assignments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FTBP121 error and gain the necessary access to the role in question.