How To Fix GB055 - Authorization group & is not used for substitutions

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GB - Messages used by the Boolean code generator

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Authorization group & is not used for substitutions

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GB055 - Authorization group & is not used for substitutions ?

  The SAP error message GB055 indicates that the specified authorization group is not used for substitutions. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's substitution functionality, which allows for the automatic replacement of certain values in documents or transactions based on predefined rules.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Group Not Defined: The authorization group specified in the substitution rule may not be defined or may not be linked to any relevant objects.
  Incorrect Configuration: The substitution configuration may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the authorization group.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the substitution involving the specified authorization group.
  Inactive Substitution: The substitution rule may be inactive or not properly activated in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Authorization Group: Verify that the authorization group specified in the error message is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Review Substitution Configuration: Go to the transaction code OB28 (for defining substitutions) and check if the substitution rule is correctly configured and active.
  Assign Authorization Group: If the authorization group is not linked to any objects, you may need to assign it to the relevant objects or create a new authorization group that meets your requirements.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to perform the substitution. This may involve checking the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  Activate Substitution: If the substitution rule is inactive, activate it to ensure that it can be used in the relevant transactions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB28: For managing substitution rules.
  SU01: For user maintenance and checking authorizations.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on substitution rules and authorization groups.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or Security team for further assistance, or consult SAP support for more specific guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GB055 error and ensure that the substitution functionality works as intended.