How To Fix /PF1/MSG_FH_P010 - Authorization failed. Class: &1, Method &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_FH_P -

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Authorization failed. Class: &1, Method &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_FH_P010 - Authorization failed. Class: &1, Method &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_FH_P010 Authorization failed. Class: &1, Method &2 indicates that a user is attempting to execute a function or access a resource for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. This error typically arises in the context of custom development or when using specific SAP applications that have been enhanced or modified.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations assigned in their user profile for the specified class and method.
  Role Issues: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions to access the functionality.
  Custom Development: If the error is occurring in a custom program or enhancement, it may be due to missing authorization checks or incorrect implementation of authorization logic.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured, or the user may not be assigned to the correct organizational units.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorization is missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles in transaction PFCG to include the necessary authorization objects.
  Ensure that the roles are properly assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If the error is occurring in a custom program, review the code to ensure that the authorization checks are implemented correctly.
  Ensure that the authorization objects used in the custom code are correctly defined and that the user has the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, test the functionality again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects are used to control access to various functions. Each object can have multiple fields that define the specific permissions required.
  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 the cause of the authorization failure and implement the necessary changes to resolve the issue.