How To Fix /IAM/OBJECT_QIM027 - Dates of step not updated due to missing authorization

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IAM/OBJECT_QIM -

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Dates of step not updated due to missing authorization

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IAM/OBJECT_QIM027 - Dates of step not updated due to missing authorization ?

  The SAP error message /IAM/OBJECT_QIM027 Dates of step not updated due to missing authorization typically indicates that a user is attempting to perform an action related to a process or workflow, but they lack the necessary authorizations to update the dates of a specific step in that process. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP Identity Management (IdM) or similar workflows where user roles and permissions are critical.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations to update the dates for the specific step in the workflow.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the action they are trying to perform.
  Workflow Configuration: There may be specific configurations in the workflow that restrict certain actions based on user roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to adjust their roles or assign additional roles that include the required permissions.
  This can be done through transaction PFCG (Profile Generator) where you can modify existing roles or create new ones.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to roles, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to ensure that the user has the appropriate access.
  
  
  
  Workflow Configuration Review:
  
  If the issue persists, review the workflow configuration to ensure that it is set up correctly and that there are no additional restrictions based on user roles.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and back in, or refresh their session, and then attempt the action again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help guides related to user authorizations and workflow management for more detailed instructions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.