How To Fix ICL683 - No authorization for VIP authorization group &1 with activity &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICL - FS-CM: Claims Management

• Message number: 683

• Message text: No authorization for VIP authorization group &1 with activity &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICL683 - No authorization for VIP authorization group &1 with activity &2 ?

  The SAP error message ICL683 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to perform a specific action related to a VIP (Very Important Person) authorization group. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Insurance or Financial Services modules, where VIP groups are used to manage special authorizations for certain transactions or data.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user does not have the required authorization for the specified VIP authorization group.
  Incorrect Role Assignment: The user's roles may not include the necessary permissions to access the VIP group or perform the specified activity.
  Authorization Object: The relevant authorization object for the VIP group and activity is not properly configured or assigned to the user.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ICL683 error, 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 is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to view the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include access to the VIP authorization group in question.
  If necessary, modify the user's roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Objects:
  
  If you have access, check the authorization objects related to the VIP authorization group. This can be done using transaction PFCG (Profile Generator).
  Ensure that the authorization object for the VIP group is correctly configured and includes the necessary activities.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the details of the error message and the context in which it occurred.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the user can now perform the required action without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects are used to control access to various functionalities. For VIP groups, specific authorization objects will be defined that relate to the activities and groups.
  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 your organization's internal documentation for specific details on VIP authorization groups and their configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the ICL683 error.