How To Fix KF178 - System error: Calling up program & using trans.code & not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KF -

• Message number: 178

• Message text: System error: Calling up program & using trans.code & not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KF178 - System error: Calling up program & using trans.code & not allowed ?

  The SAP error message KF178, which states "System error: Calling up program & using trans.code & not allowed," typically occurs when there is an attempt to execute a program or transaction code that is restricted or not permitted in the current context. This can happen for various reasons, including authorization issues, system settings, or configuration problems.
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the specified transaction or program.
  Transaction Code Restrictions: The transaction code may be restricted in the system configuration, either globally or for specific user roles.
  Program Restrictions: The program being called may have restrictions based on the user’s role or profile.
  System Configuration: Certain system settings may prevent the execution of specific programs or transactions under certain conditions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the transaction or program. This can be done using transaction code SU53 to analyze the last authorization