How To Fix /PF1/MSG_EH_P118 - No items without authorization have been retrieved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_EH_P -

• Message number: 118

• Message text: No items without authorization have been retrieved

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH_P118 - No items without authorization have been retrieved ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH_P118 No items without authorization have been retrieved typically occurs in the context of the SAP Environment Management (EH) or similar modules where authorization checks are performed. This message indicates that the system did not find any items that the user is authorized to access or retrieve.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the items in question. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in the user's profile.
  Data Restrictions: The data being queried may be restricted based on the user's authorization settings, leading to no items being returned.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues with the configuration of the authorization objects or roles assigned to the user.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify the roles and authorizations assigned to the user. This can be done using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) to check the user's profile.
  Ensure that the necessary authorization objects are included in the user's roles.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the specific authorization objects related to the items being accessed. This can be done by checking the documentation or consulting with your SAP security team.
  Ensure that the user has the required authorizations for these objects.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help analyze the authorization logs and determine if there are any missing authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing with Different User:
  
  If possible, test the same action with a different user who has known good authorizations to see if the issue is specific to the original user's profile.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after encountering the error to display the last authorization check. This can provide insights into which authorization failed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the authorization requirements.
  Training: Consider training for users on how to manage and understand their authorizations within SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.