How To Fix GA084 - You are not authorized to generate group &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GA - Allocations

• Message number: 084

• Message text: You are not authorized to generate group &

What causes this issue?

You have chosen the group creation function. However, you do not have
the authorization to create groups.

System Response

This function is not performed.

How to fix this error?

See your system administrator for the relevant authorization.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GA084 - You are not authorized to generate group & ?

  The SAP error message GA084, which states "You are not authorized to generate group &," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action related to generating a group (such as a user group, authorization group, etc.) but lacks the necessary authorizations to do so.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object to create or manage the specified group.
  Role Assignment: The user’s role may not include the necessary permissions for the action they are trying to perform.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict certain users from generating groups.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and profiles in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) to ensure they have the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, a system administrator or security officer should modify the user’s roles to include the necessary authorization objects. Common authorization objects related to group generation include:
  
  S_USER_AUTH: User authorization
  S_USER_GRP: User group authorization
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate activity codes (like create, change, display) for the relevant objects.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to change roles or permissions, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, have the user log out and back in, then attempt the action again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance (to manage roles and authorizations)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization objects and role management.
  
  
  Best Practices: Regularly review user roles and authorizations to ensure they align with current job functions and security policies.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GA084 error and ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to generate the required group.