How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_COS025 - Missing authorization; authority check for object '&1' and '&2' failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_COS -

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Missing authorization; authority check for object '&1' and '&2' failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_COS025 - Missing authorization; authority check for object '&1' and '&2' failed ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_COS025 indicates that there is a missing authorization for a specific object when trying to execute a certain action in the SAP system. This error typically occurs in the context of OData services or when using the SAP Gateway.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when a user attempts to perform an action that requires specific authorizations, but the user does not have the necessary permissions. The placeholders &1 and &2 in the error message represent the specific authorization object and the action that was attempted, respectively.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Authorization Object: Check the error message for the specific authorization object (represented by &1) and the action (represented by &2). This will give you insight into what permissions are missing.
  
  
  Check User Roles: Review the roles assigned to the user who is encountering the error. You can do this by using transaction code SU01 to display the user profile and check the assigned roles.
  
  
  Review Role Authorizations: Use transaction code PFCG to review the roles and their associated authorizations. Look for the specific authorization object mentioned in the error message and verify if the necessary permissions are granted.
  
  
  Modify Roles if Necessary: If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the role to include the necessary permissions. This can involve adding the authorization object with the appropriate values.
  
  
  Test the Changes: After making changes to the roles, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, test the action again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Consult with Security Team: If you do not have the necessary permissions to modify roles or if you are unsure about the required authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization failures)
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects in your SAP system, as they define the permissions required for various actions.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or solutions related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on authorization management and OData services for a better understanding of how authorizations work in the context of SAP Gateway.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the /IWBEP/CM_COS025 error message.