How To Fix GPSC731 - No authority for & & & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GPSC - PSC Application

• Message number: 731

• Message text: No authority for & & & &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GPSC731 - No authority for & & & & ?

  The SAP error message GPSC731 ("No authority for & & & &") typically indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorizations to perform a specific action or access certain data within the SAP system. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP's Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) module or other areas where authorization checks are critical.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user lacks the required roles or authorizations to access the specific transaction, report, or data object.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for the action they are trying to perform.
  Authorization Objects: The specific authorization objects required for the action may not be included in the user's profile.
  Organizational Level Restrictions: The user may not have access to certain organizational levels (e.g., company codes, plants) that are required for the action.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  Review Authorization Objects: Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization objects are missing. This transaction provides a detailed view of the last authorization check and can help identify what is lacking.
  Adjust Role Assignments: If the user is missing the required authorizations, work with your SAP security team to adjust the role assignments or create new roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  Testing: After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  Documentation: Ensure that any changes made to roles and authorizations are documented for future reference and compliance purposes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Concepts: Familiarize yourself with SAP's authorization concepts, including authorization objects, roles, and profiles.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or updates related to the GPSC731 error message.
  GRC Module: If the error is occurring within the GRC module, ensure that the user has the necessary access to the GRC functionalities.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation.