How To Fix INST_MSG805 - You are not authorized to execute &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: INST_MSG - Messages for Installation Post-Processing

• Message number: 805

• Message text: You are not authorized to execute &1

What causes this issue?

You are not authorized to execute the report &V2&.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Deselect the execution of &V1& in the relevant selection and start the
execution again.
If the step &V1& is required for other steps in the selection, you must
ask someone with the correct authorization to execute it.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message INST_MSG805 - You are not authorized to execute &1 ?

  The SAP error message INST_MSG805 ("You are not authorized to execute &1") typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to perform a specific action or transaction in the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to execute a program, transaction, or function module.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user lacks the required authorization objects or roles that grant permission to execute the specified action.
  Role Assignment Issues: The user may not have been assigned the correct roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  Authorization Profile Issues: The authorization profiles assigned to the user may not include the required permissions.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may have restrictions based on user roles or profiles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after encountering the error to analyze the authorization check. This will show which authorization objects were checked and which ones failed.
  Review the authorization log to identify missing authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Use transaction SU01 to check the user’s roles and profiles. Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned that include the required authorizations for the action they are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user is missing the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify existing roles or create new ones using transaction PFCG (Profile Generator) to include the required authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Test the action again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are the building blocks of SAP security and define the permissions for various actions. Common authorization objects include S_TCODE (for transaction codes), S_USER_AUTH (for user authorizations), and others depending on the specific action.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes relevant to the action being performed. This can help in understanding the context of the authorization check.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to authorization errors. Sometimes, specific patches or updates may address authorization-related problems.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.