How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_V4_COS160 - Authority check failed for table '&1'; Authorization Object '&2' and '&3'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_V4_COS -

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Authority check failed for table '&1'; Authorization Object '&2' and '&3'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_COS160 - Authority check failed for table '&1'; Authorization Object '&2' and '&3' ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_COS160 indicates that there is an authority check failure related to accessing a specific table and authorization object. This error typically occurs in the context of OData services or when accessing data through the SAP Gateway.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user executing the operation does not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified table or perform the action related to the authorization object.
  Incorrect Role Assignment: The user may not have the correct roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations for the specified table and authorization object.
  Table or Object Not Defined: The table or authorization object referenced in the error message may not be correctly defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Assign Missing Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, assign the appropriate roles that include the required authorizations for the table and authorization object mentioned in the error message.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Objects:
  
  If the authorization object is not correctly defined, you may need to modify it or create a new one that includes the necessary fields and values.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team to ensure that the user has the correct access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the access again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are used in SAP to control access to various transactions and data. Each object can have multiple fields that define the access level.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display last authorization check.
  SU01: User Maintenance.
  PFCG: Role Maintenance.
  
  
  SAP Gateway: If this error occurs in the context of OData services, ensure that the service is properly configured and that the user has access to the service.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_COS160.