How To Fix PLMI_ODATA_SPC004 - Set the authorization group.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLMI_ODATA_SPC - Service related messages for Specification

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Set the authorization group.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLMI_ODATA_SPC004 - Set the authorization group. ?

  The SAP error message PLMI_ODATA_SPC004 typically indicates that there is an issue with authorization related to OData services in the SAP system. This error occurs when the authorization group for a specific OData service is not set or is not properly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Group: The OData service you are trying to access does not have an authorization group assigned.
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user trying to access the OData service does not have the necessary authorizations to access the service.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the OData service or the related authorization objects.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PLMI_ODATA_SPC004 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Authorization Group Assignment:
  
  Go to the OData service configuration in the SAP Gateway (transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE).
  Ensure that the OData service has an authorization group assigned. If not, assign an appropriate authorization group.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles assigned to the user encountering the error. Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the OData service.
  You can use transaction code SU53 to analyze the authorization check after the error occurs. This will show you which authorization objects are missing.
  
  
  
  Assign Authorization Objects:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the user roles or create a new role that includes the required authorization objects for the OData service.
  Common authorization objects for OData services include S_SERVICE (for service access) and S_TCODE (for transaction codes).
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the OData service again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are still facing issues, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE: To maintain OData services.
  SU53: To analyze authorization failures.
  PFCG: To manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error.
  
  
  SAP Community: You can also search for discussions or solutions in the SAP Community forums, where other users may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PLMI_ODATA_SPC004 error and ensure that the OData service is accessible to the intended users.