How To Fix MS663 - No authorization to display recording &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MS - SAP customer enhancement project messages

• Message number: 663

• Message text: No authorization to display recording &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MS663 - No authorization to display recording & ?

  The SAP error message MS663 "No authorization to display recording" typically occurs when a user attempts to access a transaction or report that requires specific authorizations that the user does not possess. This error is often related to the use of transaction codes that involve recording or displaying certain data, such as in the context of SAP's recording functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the necessary authorizations assigned in their user profile to view or execute the recording.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or data access.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured to allow access to the required objects or transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SUIM to run an authorization check for the user.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user via transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for the transaction or data access related to the recording.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Work with your SAP security team or administrator to ensure that the roles are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to see if the issue is resolved.
  Test the transaction again to confirm that the user can now access the recording.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to the recording functionalities. Common objects might include S_TCODE (Transaction Codes) and others specific to the module in use.
  SAP Security Best Practices: Ensure that your organization follows best practices for SAP security, including regular reviews of user roles and authorizations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization management and troubleshooting authorization issues.
  
  If the problem persists after checking and updating authorizations, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.