How To Fix /IWFND/CM_DESIGNTIME026 - User not authorized to run generator

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_DESIGNTIME -

• Message number: 026

• Message text: User not authorized to run generator

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_DESIGNTIME026 - User not authorized to run generator ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_DESIGNTIME026 indicates that a user is not authorized to run the generator for the OData service in the SAP Gateway. This typically occurs when a user attempts to generate or modify an OData service but lacks the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required roles or authorizations to execute the OData service generator.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the correct roles that include the necessary permissions for the OData service.
  Authorization Object: The specific authorization object related to the OData service generation is not included in the user's roles.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 and enter the user ID that is encountering the error.
  Check the roles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Assign Required Roles:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include the authorization for OData service generation. Common roles that may be required include:
  
  SAP_GWFND_ADMIN
  SAP_GWFND_DEV
  
  
  If the roles are not assigned, you may need to assign them or request your SAP security administrator to do so.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  The authorization object S_SERVICE is often relevant for OData services. Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for this object.
  You can check the authorizations by using transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see what authorizations are missing.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, ask the user to try running the generator again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the problem persists, consult the SAP documentation or support for further guidance on the specific authorizations required for the OData service generator.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  SAP Community: You can also search the SAP Community forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the /IWFND/CM_DESIGNTIME026 error message.