How To Fix PG185 - No read authorization for &

PG185 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PG - Error Messages for Master Data Programs

• Message number: 185

• Message text: No read authorization for &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PG185 - No read authorization for & ?

  The SAP error message PG185 "No read authorization for &" typically indicates that a user is attempting to access data or a transaction for which they do not have the necessary authorization. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to view a report, access a specific module, or retrieve data from a database table.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user lacks the required authorization object that grants access to the specific data or transaction.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations.
  Data Restrictions: There may be restrictions on the data based on organizational levels, such as company codes, plants, or other criteria.
  Profile Issues: The user’s profile may not be correctly configured to allow access to the required data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify that the user has the correct roles assigned. This can be done by checking the user’s profile in transaction code SU01