How To Fix PFM_GENERIC017 - Error while performing authorization checks

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFM_GENERIC - Messages to be reused on ADDON PT

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Error while performing authorization checks

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFM_GENERIC017 - Error while performing authorization checks ?

  The SAP error message PFM_GENERIC017, which indicates "Error while performing authorization checks," typically arises when a user attempts to perform an action or access a transaction for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. This can occur in various SAP modules, including Financials, Logistics, and others.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required roles or authorizations assigned to their user profile.
  Role Configuration Issues: The roles assigned to the user may not be configured correctly, or the necessary authorization objects may not be included.
  Authorization Object Restrictions: Specific authorization objects may have restrictions that prevent the user from executing certain transactions.
  User Status: The user may be locked or inactive, which can also lead to authorization errors.
  Profile Changes: Recent changes to user profiles or roles may not have been properly transported or activated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user’s authorizations.
  Review the roles assigned to the user and ensure they include the necessary authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the specific authorization objects that are causing the issue. This can be done by checking the error logs or using transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs.
  Ensure that the required authorizations are granted in the roles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Adjust Role Configuration:
  
  If the necessary authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the role using transaction PFCG to include the required authorization objects.
  After making changes, ensure to generate the profile and assign it to the user.
  
  
  
  Check User Status:
  
  Verify that the user is active and not locked. This can also be checked in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary roles and authorizations were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Consult Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance in resolving the authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SUIM: User Information System (for reporting on authorizations)
  
  
  
  Authorization Concepts:
  
  Understand the concept of authorization objects, roles, and profiles in SAP security.
  Familiarize yourself with the SAP security model to better navigate and resolve authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and troubleshooting authorization issues.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the PFM_GENERIC017 error effectively.