How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_V4_COS161 - Authority check failed for Authorization Object '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_V4_COS -

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Authority check failed for Authorization Object '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_COS161 - Authority check failed for Authorization Object '&1' ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_COS161 Authority check failed for Authorization Object '&1' typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to perform a specific action related to the OData service or the underlying data model. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP Gateway and OData services.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user executing the action does not have the required authorizations for the specified authorization object (denoted by &1 in the error message).
  Role Assignment: The user may not have the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations.
  Authorization Object Configuration: The authorization object itself may not be configured correctly in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the authorization check. This transaction will show you which authorization checks failed and why.
  Review the authorization object mentioned in the error message and check if the user has the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Assign Missing Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required roles, assign the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for the OData service or the specific action being performed.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Objects:
  
  If the authorization object is not configured correctly, you may need to adjust the settings in transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance) to ensure that the necessary fields and values are included.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the functionality again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are used in SAP to control access to various functionalities. Each object has specific fields that define the access level (e.g., read, write, execute).
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Gateway: This is the technology that allows you to connect devices, environments, and platforms to SAP systems, often using OData services.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, further investigation may be required, potentially involving debugging or checking system logs for more detailed error information.