How To Fix MSAM_CL251 - Values for user & not maintained in authority object &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSAM_CL - Message Class for MSAM

• Message number: 251

• Message text: Values for user & not maintained in authority object &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSAM_CL251 - Values for user & not maintained in authority object & ?

  The SAP error message MSAM_CL251 indicates that there are values for a user that are not maintained in the authority object. This typically occurs in the context of authorization checks, where the system is unable to find the necessary authorizations for a user to perform a specific action or access certain data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations assigned in the relevant authorization object.
  Incorrect User Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned the correct roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  Authorization Object Configuration: The authorization object itself may not be properly configured or maintained in the system.
  Profile Generation Issues: There may be issues with the generation of user profiles that include the necessary authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user’s authorizations.
  Review the roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include the necessary authorizations for the action being attempted.
  
  
  
  Maintain Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction code PFCG to check and maintain the roles and authorization objects.
  Ensure that the relevant values for the authorization object are correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  If the user is missing roles, assign the appropriate roles that contain the necessary authorizations.
  If roles are not properly configured, you may need to create or modify roles to include the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Profile Generation:
  
  If changes are made to roles or authorizations, ensure that you regenerate the profiles using transaction code PFCG.
  After making changes, it may be necessary to log out and log back in to refresh the user’s authorization data.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are used in SAP to control access to various transactions and data. Each authorization object can have multiple fields that define the specific access rights.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the MSAM_CL251 error message.