How To Fix PK1002 - You are not authorized for &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PK1 - Proudction - Kanban - BI Analytics

• Message number: 002

• Message text: You are not authorized for &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PK1002 - You are not authorized for & ?

  The SAP error message PK1002, which states "You are not authorized for &," typically indicates that a user is attempting to access a transaction, report, or function for which they do not have the necessary authorization. This can occur in various SAP modules, including but not limited to SAP ERP, SAP S/4HANA, and others.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user lacks the necessary authorization object that is required to perform the action.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Authorization Profile: The authorization profile assigned to the user may not include the required permissions.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may have restrictions based on user roles or profiles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that the necessary roles that include the required authorizations are assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization object is missing.
  This will provide insight into what specific authorization is required.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the roles using transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance) to include the missing authorization objects.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator to request the required changes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the transaction again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to user roles or authorizations for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or known issues related to the error message PK1002.
  Authorization Concept: Familiarize yourself with the SAP authorization concept, including roles, profiles, and authorization objects, to better understand how to manage user access.
  Security Audit: Regularly conduct security audits to ensure that users have the appropriate access levels and that there are no unauthorized access issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.