How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_COS026 - Missing authorization; authority check for object '&1' failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_COS -

• Message number: 026

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_COS026 - Missing authorization; authority check for object '&1' failed ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_COS026 Missing authorization; authority check for object '&1' failed typically indicates that a user is attempting to perform an action for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. This error is related to the OData services in SAP Gateway and is often encountered when a user tries to access or manipulate data through an OData service without the required permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user does not have the necessary authorization for the specific object indicated by &1. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations assigned to the user.
  Incorrect Role Assignment: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for the OData service or the underlying data model.
  Service Configuration: The OData service may not be properly configured to allow access to the user or user group.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly set up, leading to missing authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user’s profile and roles.
  Verify if the user has the necessary roles assigned that include the required authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the specific authorization object indicated by &1 in the error message.
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what is missing.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the necessary authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Use transaction code PFCG to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check OData Service Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the OData service is properly configured in transaction /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE.
  Check if the service is activated and if the necessary authorizations are assigned to the service.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to modify roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the OData service again to ensure that the authorization issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE: OData Service Maintenance
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to the OData services you are working with. Common objects include S_SERVICE, S_USER_AUTH, and others depending on the specific service and data access required.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization checks in OData services.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the error message /IWBEP/CM_COS026.