How To Fix I4179 - Feature of authorization or calling up AUTHORITY CHECK is incorrect

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: I4 - WCM: Work Clearance Management

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Feature of authorization or calling up AUTHORITY CHECK is incorrect

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE WCM_SAP OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message I4179 - Feature of authorization or calling up AUTHORITY CHECK is incorrect ?

  The SAP error message I4179, which states "Feature of authorization or calling up AUTHORITY CHECK is incorrect," typically indicates an issue with the authorization checks in the SAP system. This error can occur when a user attempts to execute a transaction or access a function for which they do not have the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations to perform the action they are attempting.
  Incorrect Authorization Objects: The authorization objects defined in the system may not be correctly configured or may not match the user's role.
  Role Assignment Issues: The user may not have been assigned the correct roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  Custom Code Issues: If there is custom code that performs authorization checks, it may not be implemented correctly.
  Feature Configuration: The feature or function being called may not be properly configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the authorization check failure. This will show you which authorization object is missing.
  Review the user's roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure they have the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Check the relevant authorization objects that are required for the transaction or function being accessed. Ensure that they are correctly defined in the user's roles.
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  If the user is missing roles, assign the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  If roles are incorrectly assigned, correct the assignments.
  
  
  
  Custom Code Review:
  
  If the error is related to custom code, review the code for any issues in the implementation of authorization checks. Ensure that the checks are correctly defined and that the necessary authorizations are being checked.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or function to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Contact Security Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, contact your SAP security team or basis team for assistance. They can help analyze the authorization setup and make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to the transaction or function you are trying to access.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization checks or the particular transaction.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.