How To Fix GU309 - --------- Authorization check Report Writer -----------------------------

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GU - FI-SL utilities

• Message number: 309

• Message text: --------- Authorization check Report Writer -----------------------------

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GU309 - --------- Authorization check Report Writer ----------------------------- ?

  The SAP error message GU309 indicates an authorization check failure related to the Report Writer. This error typically occurs when a user attempts to access or execute a report for which they do not have the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  The error GU309 is triggered when:
  
  The user lacks the required authorization objects to execute the Report Writer.
  The user’s role does not include the necessary permissions for the specific report or the underlying data.
  The authorization profile assigned to the user does not cover the required activities for the Report Writer.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GU309 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which specific authorization object is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to view the user’s profile and roles.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the relevant authorization objects for Report Writer. Common authorization objects include:
  
  S_PROGRAM (Authorization for programs)
  S_TCODE (Authorization for transaction codes)
  S_USER_AUTH (User authorizations)
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Use transaction PFCG to manage roles and authorization profiles.
  
  
  
  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.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the Report Writer functionality again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and their usage.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display authorization check
  SU01: User maintenance
  PFCG: Role maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues or patches related to the Report Writer and authorization checks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the GU309 error in SAP.