How To Fix PG185 - No read authorization for &

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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 (User Maintenance).
  Review Authorization Objects: Identify the specific authorization object that is missing. This can be done using transaction SU53 (Authorization Check) immediately after the error occurs. This transaction shows the last authorization check and can help identify what is missing.
  Adjust Authorizations: If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to adjust their roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations. This can be done in transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Consult Security Team: If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  Testing: After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to the specific transaction or data access.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding user roles and authorizations to ensure compliance with security policies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PG185 error and ensure that the user has the necessary access to perform their tasks.