How To Fix GW732 - You are not allowed to start remote programs

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GW - Message Texts for Gateway

• Message number: 732

• Message text: You are not allowed to start remote programs

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GW732 - You are not allowed to start remote programs ?

  The SAP error message GW732, which states "You are not allowed to start remote programs," typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a remote function call (RFC) or a remote program but does not have the necessary authorizations to do so. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to execute a transaction that involves remote execution or when using certain SAP functionalities that require remote access.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The most common cause of this error is that the user does not have the required authorizations in their user profile to execute remote programs.
  Profile Settings: The user’s profile may not include the necessary roles or authorizations for remote execution.
  System Configuration: There may be restrictions set at the system level that prevent certain users from executing remote programs.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check for missing authorizations. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify what is lacking.
  Review the user’s roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure that the necessary authorizations for remote execution are included.
  
  
  
  Assign Necessary Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required roles, work with your SAP security team to assign the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for remote program execution.
  
  
  
  Review System Settings:
  
  Check the system settings related to remote execution. This can include reviewing the RFC destinations and ensuring that they are correctly configured and accessible.
  Ensure that the user is not restricted by any system-wide settings that limit remote program execution.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or function you are trying to execute. There may be specific requirements or configurations needed.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking authorizations and configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Look for authorization objects related to remote function calls, such as S_RFC, S_RFC_ADM, and S_TCODE.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GW732 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.