How To Fix IWP520 - Authorization failed

IWP520 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IWP - Messages for IWP

• Message number: 520

• Message text: Authorization failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IWP520 - Authorization failed ?

  The SAP error message IWP520, which indicates "Authorization failed," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action or access a transaction for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. This can happen in various SAP modules, including SAP Integrated Workplace Management (IWM) or other related applications.
  Causes of IWP520 Authorization Failed Error
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required roles or authorizations assigned to their user profile to perform the action.
  Role 
  Configuration Issues: The roles assigned to the user may not be configured correctly, or the necessary authorizations may not be included in those roles.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be updated or may have been incorrectly set up.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may be restricted based on organizational policies or security settings.
  Changes in Authorization Objects: Changes in the underlying authorization objects or roles may lead to previously granted access being revoked.
  
  Solutions to Resolve IWP520 Authorization Failed