How To Fix HSM_IMG120 - You do not have authorization for the required action

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HSM_IMG - HM: Hazardous Substance Master Customizing Reports

• Message number: 120

• Message text: You do not have authorization for the required action

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HSM_IMG120 - You do not have authorization for the required action ?

  The SAP error message HSM_IMG120, which states "You do not have authorization for the required action," typically indicates that the user attempting to perform a specific action does not have the necessary permissions or authorizations assigned to their user profile.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user lacks the required authorization objects or roles that permit them to execute the action they are trying to perform.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the correct role that includes the necessary authorizations for the transaction or action.
  Authorization Profile Issues: There may be issues with the authorization profiles assigned to the user, such as being outdated or incorrectly configured.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may have restrictions based on user roles or organizational levels.
  
  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 analyze the authorization check. This will show which authorization objects were checked and which ones failed.
  Authorization Trace: If needed, you can use transaction code ST01 to perform an authorization trace to identify which specific authorizations are missing.
  Consult with Security Team: If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required authorizations.
  Role Adjustment: If the user needs to perform specific actions, the security team may need to adjust the roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Testing: After adjustments are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect and test if the issue is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to the action being performed. This can often be found in the documentation or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to authorization errors. Sometimes, specific patches or updates may address authorization-related problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific module or transaction to understand the required authorizations better.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue related to the HSM_IMG120 error message.