How To Fix MC521 - No authorization for & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MC - Aggregate: views, matchcodes, lock objects

• Message number: 521

• Message text: No authorization for & &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MC521 - No authorization for & & ?

  The SAP error message MC521 ("No authorization for & &") typically indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to perform a specific action or access certain data within the SAP system. This error is often encountered in the context of reporting or data analysis, particularly in the Logistics Information System (LIS) or other modules where data access is restricted based on user roles and authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations assigned to their user profile for the specific transaction or report they are trying to access.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for the specific data or transaction.
  Object-Specific Restrictions: There may be restrictions based on specific authorization objects that are not met by the user's current profile.
  Profile Changes: Changes in user roles or profiles that have not been properly updated or assigned can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which specific authorization is missing.
  Review the authorization objects that are relevant to the transaction or report you are trying to access.
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the user has the correct roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations. This can be done through transaction PFCG (Profile Generator).
  If the user needs additional roles, work with your SAP security team to assign the appropriate roles.
  
  
  
  Authorization Object Review:
  
  Identify the specific authorization objects that are required for the transaction. This can be done by checking the documentation or consulting with your SAP security team.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary values for these authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Test the transaction again to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or report to understand any additional authorization requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU01: User Maintenance (to check user details)
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to reporting and data access include S_TCODE, S_USER_AUTH, and others specific to the module in use.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the error message MC521.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation and resolution.