How To Fix /PF1/MSG_EH235 - You are not authorized to access data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_EH -

• Message number: 235

• Message text: You are not authorized to access data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH235 - You are not authorized to access data ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH235 indicates that a user is not authorized to access certain data within the system. This error typically arises in scenarios where user roles and authorizations are not properly configured to allow access to specific transactions, reports, or data objects.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorizations assigned to their user profile to access the requested data or transaction.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the required permissions for the specific data or transaction.
  Data Access Restrictions: There may be restrictions in place that limit access to certain data based on user roles or organizational units.
  Missing Authorization Objects: The authorization objects required for the transaction or data access may not be included in the user's roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Review the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the necessary roles are assigned that include the required authorizations.
  Review Authorization Objects: Use transaction SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization objects are missing. This transaction provides a detailed report of the last authorization check and can help identify what is lacking.
  Modify Roles: If the necessary authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the roles using transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance) to include the required authorization objects.
  Consult with Security Team: If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  Testing: After making changes, test the access again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Concept: Understanding SAP's authorization concept is crucial. It involves roles, profiles, and authorization objects that define what users can access and perform within the system.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  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 authorization issue causing the error message /PF1/MSG_EH235.