How To Fix PFO1133 - No authorization for object kind &1, object type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFO1 - Messages for Portfolio Assignment

• Message number: 133

• Message text: No authorization for object kind &1, object type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFO1133 - No authorization for object kind &1, object type &2 ?

  The SAP error message PFO1133 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization for a specific object kind and object type. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's authorization checks, which are designed to ensure that users have the appropriate permissions to perform certain actions or access specific data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations assigned to their user profile for the specified object kind and object type.
  Role Issues: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for the action they are trying to perform.
  Authorization Object Configuration: The authorization object itself may not be configured correctly, or the necessary fields may not be filled in the user's roles.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be updated or may not include the latest changes in roles or authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  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 authorizations for the object kind and type mentioned in the error message.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the specific authorization object that is causing the issue. This can often be found in the details of the error message.
  Use transaction code SU21 to look up the authorization object and understand its fields and values.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the roles assigned to the user. This can be done using transaction code PFCG.
  Add the required authorization objects to the relevant roles and generate the profile.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the user's access again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, consult your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU21: Authorization Object Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Concept: Understanding SAP's authorization concept is crucial. It involves roles, profiles, and authorization objects that define what actions users can perform.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization management and troubleshooting authorization issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the PFO1133 error message.