How To Fix GR587 - No authorization for &1 of &2 read records

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GR - Report Writer

• Message number: 587

• Message text: No authorization for &1 of &2 read records

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GR587 - No authorization for &1 of &2 read records ?

  The SAP error message GR587 ("No authorization for &1 of &2 read records") typically indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorizations to access certain records in the system. This error is often encountered in the context of data retrieval operations, such as when trying to read data from tables or views.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user lacks the required authorization objects to read the specified records. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations assigned to the user profile.
  Authorization Object Restrictions: The authorization objects related to the specific transaction or data access may not be properly configured, leading to restrictions on data visibility.
  Data Segmentation: In some cases, data may be segmented based on organizational units, and the user may not have access to the relevant segments.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to analyze the authorization check that failed. This will provide insights into which authorization object is missing.
  Review the user's roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure that the necessary authorizations are included.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Roles:
  
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the user's roles or create new roles that include the necessary authorization objects.
  Ensure that the roles are properly assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance. They can help identify and resolve authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to the data you are trying to read. Common objects include S_TABU_DIS for table access and S_USER_AUTH for user authorizations.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User maintenance
  PFCG: Role maintenance
  SU53: Display authorization check
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user authorizations and roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GR587 error and implement a solution to resolve it.