How To Fix /IWFND/CM_V4_COS026 - No authority to use SM59

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_V4_COS -

• Message number: 026

• Message text: No authority to use SM59

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_V4_COS026 - No authority to use SM59 ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_V4_COS026 No authority to use SM59 typically indicates that the user attempting to access a particular function or transaction does not have the necessary authorizations to use the SM59 transaction, which is used for managing RFC (Remote Function Call) destinations in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object to access SM59. This can happen if the user role assigned does not include the necessary permissions.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to a role that includes access to the SM59 transaction.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured to allow access to the required transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization checks failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorizations are missing.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and check the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the user has a role that includes access to SM59.
  If necessary, add the appropriate role that contains the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Roles:
  
  If the user needs access to SM59, you may need to modify an existing role or create a new role that includes the necessary authorization objects. The relevant authorization object for SM59 is typically S_RFC (RFC Authorization).
  Ensure that the role includes the necessary activities (like 01 for execute) for the S_RFC object.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If changes are made to roles or authorizations, ensure that they are transported to the relevant systems if you are working in a landscape with multiple environments (e.g., Development, Quality Assurance, Production).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SM59: This transaction is used to configure and manage RFC destinations in SAP. It is crucial for enabling communication between different SAP systems or between SAP and non-SAP systems.
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects, such as S_RFC, S_USER_AUTH, and others that may be relevant to your specific use case.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the /IWFND/CM_V4_COS026 error message.