How To Fix GHO_OWNERSHIP_BO156 - Authorization denied for &1 of Division of Interest ID &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GHO_OWNERSHIP_BO -

• Message number: 156

• Message text: Authorization denied for &1 of Division of Interest ID &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GHO_OWNERSHIP_BO156 - Authorization denied for &1 of Division of Interest ID &2 ?

  The SAP error message GHO_OWNERSHIP_BO156 indicates that a user is attempting to access or perform an action related to a Division of Interest (DOI) but does not have the necessary authorization for the specified object. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Oil and Gas (O&G) module, particularly when dealing with ownership and interest management.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations to access or modify the specified Division of Interest (DOI) object.
  Role Configuration: The user's role may not be configured correctly to include the necessary permissions for the DOI in question.
  Object-Specific Restrictions: There may be specific restrictions or conditions set on the DOI that limit access based on user roles or other criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to analyze the authorization check. This will show which authorization object failed and why.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction code PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions for the DOI.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations for the DOI.
  Ensure that the role includes the relevant authorization objects related to ownership and interest management.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the functionality again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the specific authorization objects related to ownership and interest management in SAP. Common objects may include those related to business operations, financial transactions, and specific modules within SAP O&G.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization management and best practices.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking authorizations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the authorization denial and implement a solution to resolve the error.