How To Fix PEP144 - You are not authorized to execute flow definition &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PEP - Schedule Manager: Messages

• Message number: 144

• Message text: You are not authorized to execute flow definition &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PEP144 - You are not authorized to execute flow definition & ?

  The SAP error message PEP144, which states "You are not authorized to execute flow definition &," typically occurs in the context of SAP Process Orchestration (PO) or SAP Business Workflow. This error indicates that the user attempting to execute a specific flow definition does not have the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorizations to execute the specified flow definition. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in the user's profile.
  Flow Definition Restrictions: The flow definition itself may have restrictions that limit who can execute it, based on user roles or organizational units.
  Configuration Errors: There may be misconfigurations in the workflow or process definitions that prevent execution.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check for missing authorizations.
  Review the user's roles and profiles in transaction PFCG to ensure that the necessary authorizations for executing the flow definition are included.
  
  
  
  Assign Missing Roles:
  
  If the user is missing the required roles, work with your SAP security team to assign the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for the flow definition.
  
  
  
  Review Flow Definition Settings:
  
  Check the flow definition settings in the SAP system to ensure that there are no restrictions based on user roles or organizational units.
  Ensure that the flow definition is active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific flow definition to understand any specific authorization requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to authorizations or flow definitions, test the execution again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SWI1: Work Item Selection (to check workflow instances)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the error message PEP144.
  
  
  User Groups: Ensure that the user is part of the correct user groups that have been granted access to the flow definitions.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with SAP support for further assistance.