How To Fix PLM_AUDIT_DB050 - *** Specific messages - authorization group accesses ***

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLM_AUDIT_DB - Audit: Database Accesses

• Message number: 050

• Message text: *** Specific messages - authorization group accesses ***

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_AUDIT_DB050 - *** Specific messages - authorization group accesses *** ?

  The SAP error message PLM_AUDIT_DB050, which pertains to "Specific messages - authorization group accesses," typically indicates that there is an issue related to authorization checks in the context of the SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) module. This error can arise when a user attempts to access certain functionalities or data that they do not have the necessary permissions for.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations to access specific objects or perform certain actions related to the authorization group.
  Authorization Group Configuration: The authorization group may not be properly configured, or the user may not be assigned to the correct authorization group.
  Role Assignment: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for the actions they are trying to perform.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to analyze the authorization check. This will show you which authorization object is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles in transaction PFCG to include the required authorization objects.
  Ensure that the roles are properly assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Authorization Group Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the authorization groups in the relevant transaction codes or tables. Ensure that the authorization groups are correctly set up and that the user is assigned to the appropriate groups.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to the PLM module and the specific actions the user is trying to perform.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to PLM_AUDIT_DB050 for additional guidance or known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on authorization management to understand how to effectively manage user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the PLM_AUDIT_DB050 error message.