How To Fix LC041 - Authorization check: the selection has been restricted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LC - Logistics Controlling

• Message number: 041

• Message text: Authorization check: the selection has been restricted

What causes this issue?

The system has carried out an authorization check. You are trying to
evaluate data for which you have no authorization. The system has
therefore restricted your selection criteria accordingly.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

You require authorizations for authorization object M_BCO_WERK,
M_BCO_VKOR or M_BCO_EKOR.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LC041 - Authorization check: the selection has been restricted ?

  The SAP error message LC041 indicates that an authorization check has failed due to restrictions on the selection criteria in a transaction or report. This typically occurs when a user does not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data or perform specific actions within the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations for the specific transaction or report they are trying to execute.
  Authorization Objects: The relevant authorization objects may not be assigned to the user's role or profile.
  Data Restrictions: The selection criteria used in the transaction may be restricted based on the user's authorizations, leading to limited access to certain data.
  Custom Authorization Checks: Custom developments or enhancements may impose additional authorization checks that restrict access.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the LC041 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to display the last authorization check. This will show which authorization object failed and why.
  Review the user's roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure they have the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the specific authorization objects related to the transaction or report. Common objects include S_TCODE, S_USER_AUTH, and others specific to the module being accessed.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary values assigned to these authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Adjust Selection Criteria:
  
  If the selection criteria are too restrictive, consider modifying them to align with the user's authorizations.
  If applicable, consult with the user to understand their requirements and adjust the criteria accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes, contact your SAP security team or administrator to review and adjust the user's authorizations as needed.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user reattempt the transaction to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Concepts: Familiarize yourself with SAP's authorization concepts, including roles, profiles, and authorization objects.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and troubleshooting authorization issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the LC041 error and implement a solution to resolve it.