How To Fix IHC851 - Missing authorization for user & to perform activity & (Object &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IHC - IHC Messages

• Message number: 851

• Message text: Missing authorization for user & to perform activity & (Object &)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IHC851 - Missing authorization for user & to perform activity & (Object &) ?

  The SAP error message IHC851 indicates that a user is missing the necessary authorizations to perform a specific activity related to the Integrated Financial Management (IHC) module. This error typically arises when a user attempts to execute a transaction or access a function for which they do not have the required permissions.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user does not have the required authorization object assigned to their user profile.
  Role Assignment: The user’s role does not include the necessary authorizations for the specific activity they are trying to perform.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured to include the necessary permissions.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may have restrictions based on user roles or profiles.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IHC851 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Missing Authorization:
  
  Check the error message details to identify the specific authorization object and activity that is missing.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID that is encountering the error.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and see if the required authorization object is included in any of the roles.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorization is missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Use transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance) to add the required authorization objects to the relevant roles.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making changes to the roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes to roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects are used to control access to various activities and transactions. Each object consists of fields that define the specific authorizations required.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), and SU53 (Authorization Check) to troubleshoot authorization issues.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user authorizations and roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the IHC851 error.