How To Fix /PICM/UI029 - Authorization object is wrong

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PICM/UI -

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Authorization object is wrong

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PICM/UI029 - Authorization object is wrong ?

  The SAP error message /PICM/UI029 Authorization object is wrong typically indicates that there is an issue with the authorization checks related to a specific authorization object in the SAP system. This error can occur when a user attempts to access a transaction or perform an action for which they do not have the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations assigned to their user profile for the specific authorization object.
  Incorrect Authorization Object: The authorization object being checked may not be correctly defined or may not exist in the system.
  Role Assignment Issues: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for the action they are trying to perform.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured, leading to missing or incorrect authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user’s authorizations.
  Review the roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include the necessary authorizations for the action being performed.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the specific authorization object that is causing the issue. This can often be found in the detailed error message or by checking the transaction logs.
  Use transaction code SU21 to view the details of the authorization object and ensure it is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the roles assigned to the user. Use transaction code PFCG to adjust the roles and add the required authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU21: Authorization Object Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization objects and role management.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the authorization object in question.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the /PICM/UI029 error message.