How To Fix OL869 - Missing S_BOR_RFC authorization for &1 (object type &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OL - Workflow object types: Run-time system

• Message number: 869

• Message text: Missing S_BOR_RFC authorization for &1 (object type &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OL869 - Missing S_BOR_RFC authorization for &1 (object type &2) ?

  The SAP error message OL869 indicates that a user is missing the necessary authorization for a specific object type when trying to perform a Remote Function Call (RFC). This error typically arises in scenarios where a user attempts to execute a function module or transaction that requires specific authorizations related to the Business Object Repository (BOR).
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user does not have the required authorization object S_BOR_RFC for the specified object type.
  Role Assignment: The user’s role does not include the necessary permissions to access the requested function or transaction.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured to include the required authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the OL869 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization check failure. This will show which specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Go to transaction PFCG (Profile Generator) and check the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the role includes the S_BOR_RFC authorization object.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Authorizations:
  
  If the S_BOR_RFC authorization is missing, you may need to add it to the user’s role. This can be done by:
  
  Editing the role in PFCG.
  Adding the S_BOR_RFC authorization object with the necessary field values (like RFC Function Module, Object Type, etc.).
  
  
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If changes are made to roles or authorizations, ensure that they are transported to the relevant systems if you are working in a landscape with multiple environments (e.g., Development, Quality, Production).
  
  
  
  Consult Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to modify roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Object S_BOR_RFC: This object is specifically related to authorizations for Remote Function Calls in SAP. It controls access to function modules and other related objects.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User maintenance (to check user details).
  SU53: Display authorization check (to see what authorizations are missing).
  PFCG: Role maintenance (to manage roles and authorizations).
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and their configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the OL869 error and ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the required actions.