How To Fix NR816 - You do not have authorization to display the object &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NR - Number ranges

• Message number: 816

• Message text: You do not have authorization to display the object &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NR816 - You do not have authorization to display the object & ?

  The SAP error message NR816 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to display a specific object. This typically occurs when a user attempts to access a transaction, report, or object for which they lack the required permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user does not have the necessary authorization object assigned to their user profile.
  Role Assignment: The user’s role may not include the required authorizations to access the specific object.
  Object-Specific Restrictions: There may be restrictions on the object itself that prevent certain users from viewing it.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured or may have been changed recently.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after receiving the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and check the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the necessary roles that include the required authorizations are assigned.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorization is missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations. This can be done using transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the details of the error and the object you were trying to access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After changes are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Test the access again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects are used to control access to various transactions and data. Each object has fields that define the specific authorizations required.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the NR816 error effectively.