How To Fix MI_AUTH009 - No authorization to execute for RFC-enabled function module

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MI_AUTH - MI Authorization Messages

• Message number: 009

• Message text: No authorization to execute for RFC-enabled function module

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MI_AUTH009 - No authorization to execute for RFC-enabled function module ?

  The SAP error message MI_AUTH009 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to execute a Remote Function Call (RFC)-enabled function module. This error typically arises in scenarios where an RFC call is made to a function module that requires specific authorizations that the user does not possess.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user executing the RFC call does not have the required authorizations assigned in their user profile.
  Role Assignment: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for the specific function module.
  Authorization Object: The function module may be protected by an authorization object that the user does not have access to.
  Client-Specific Settings: The authorization settings may vary by client, and the user may have the necessary authorizations in one client but not in another.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the missing authorizations. This transaction shows the last authorization check and can help identify what is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SUIM to run an authorization analysis for the user.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Profiles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for the specific function module being called.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the existing roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Ensure that the authorization object related to the function module is included in the role.
  
  
  
  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.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, test the RFC call again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Each function module may be associated with specific authorization objects. You can find out which authorization objects are relevant by checking the function module's documentation or using transaction SE37 (Function Module).
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Authorization Check Analysis
  SUIM: User Information System
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on authorization concepts and best practices for managing user access.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the MI_AUTH009 error.