How To Fix IBRO167 - No authorization for processing partner &1, contract &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IBRO - Broker Collections Message Class

• Message number: 167

• Message text: No authorization for processing partner &1, contract &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IBRO167 - No authorization for processing partner &1, contract &2 ?

  The SAP error message IBRO167 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to process a specific partner and contract in the system. This error typically arises in the context of contract management or partner processing within SAP, particularly in modules related to logistics, sales, or finance.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by a lack of authorization for the user attempting to perform an action on the specified partner and contract. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Authorization Roles: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate roles that grant access to the required transactions or data.
  Authorization Object Restrictions: The authorization objects related to the specific transaction may not include the necessary values for the partner and contract in question.
  Profile Issues: The user’s profile may not be correctly configured to allow access to the required data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IBRO167 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to review the user’s roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Roles:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned that include access to the relevant transactions and data for the partner and contract.
  If roles are missing, work with your SAP security team to assign the appropriate roles.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Objects:
  
  If the user has the correct roles but still encounters the error, check the authorization objects associated with those roles. Ensure that the values for the partner and contract are included in the authorizations.
  You may need to adjust the authorization objects (e.g., V_VBRK_VKO, V_VBRK_VT, etc.) to include the necessary values.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help analyze the authorization setup and make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Test the transaction again to confirm that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to partner and contract data.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on authorization management and troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the IBRO167 error.