How To Fix ON007 - Authorization missing for authorization object 'S_TCODE'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ON - Tools in area Object Modeler / Object Editor

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Authorization missing for authorization object 'S_TCODE'

What causes this issue?

The program ran an authorization against the authorization object
'S_TCODE'. It discovered that you do not have authorization for
Transaction '&V1&'.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Consult your system administrator.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ON007 - Authorization missing for authorization object 'S_TCODE' ?

  The SAP error message ON007 indicates that a user is attempting to execute a transaction for which they do not have the necessary authorization. Specifically, the error refers to the authorization object 'S_TCODE', which is used to control access to transaction codes in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A user tries to access a transaction code (T-code) for which they do not have the required authorization.
  The user’s role does not include the necessary permissions for the specific T-code.
  The user’s profile may not be updated or may not include the required authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ON007 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SUIM to analyze user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for the T-code in question.
  
  
  
  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.
  Use transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance) to add the required T-code to the appropriate role.
  
  
  
  Authorization Object:
  
  Ensure that the authorization object S_TCODE is included in the role with the correct values. The field TCD (Transaction Code) should include the T-code the user is trying to access.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If changes are made to roles or authorizations, ensure that they are transported to the relevant environments (e.g., from development to production).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects are used to define access rights for users. Each object can have multiple fields that specify the conditions under which access is granted.
  Transaction Codes: T-codes are shortcuts to access various functions in SAP. Each T-code is linked to specific programs or functions within the system.
  User Profiles: User profiles in SAP define the roles and authorizations assigned to a user, determining what actions they can perform within the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ON007 error and ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the required transaction.