How To Fix /PF1/MSG_GUI524 - &1 is not authorized to run poller report

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_GUI -

• Message number: 524

• Message text: &1 is not authorized to run poller report

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_GUI524 - &1 is not authorized to run poller report ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_GUI524 &1 is not authorized to run poller report indicates that a user is attempting to execute a poller report but does not have the necessary authorizations to do so. This is a common issue in SAP systems where user roles and authorizations are strictly managed.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object to execute the poller report. This could be due to missing roles or insufficient permissions assigned to the user.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary transaction codes or authorization objects related to the poller report.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured to allow access to the specific report.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction SU01 to check the user’s roles and authorizations.
  Look for the specific authorization objects related to the poller report. Common authorization objects include S_PROGRAM, S_TCODE, and others depending on the report.
  
  
  
  Assign Necessary Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, you may need to assign them. This can be done through transaction PFCG where you can manage roles and authorizations.
  Ensure that the role includes the necessary authorizations for executing the poller report.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the error message and details about the report you are trying to run.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Test the execution of the poller report again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), and SU53 (Authorization Check) to troubleshoot authorization issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding user roles and authorizations to understand the specific requirements for running poller reports.
  Audit Logs: If necessary, check the audit logs to see if there are any additional details regarding the authorization failure.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the poller report in SAP.