How To Fix /PM0/ABP_ACTION059 - You are not authorized to perform transaction &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABP_ACTION -

• Message number: 059

• Message text: You are not authorized to perform transaction &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABP_ACTION059 - You are not authorized to perform transaction &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABP_ACTION059 indicates that a user is not authorized to perform a specific transaction, denoted by &1. This error typically arises due to insufficient authorization roles or permissions assigned to the user in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Roles: The user does not have the necessary roles assigned that include the required authorizations for the transaction.
  Authorization Object Restrictions: The user may have roles assigned, but the specific authorization objects related to the transaction are not included or are restricted.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly set up, or the user may not be part of the necessary organizational units.
  Transaction Code Restrictions: The transaction code may be restricted for certain user groups or profiles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that the necessary roles for the transaction are included.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization objects are missing.
  This will provide insight into what specific authorizations are required.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, you may need to assign the appropriate roles that include the required authorizations.
  This can be done by a user with the necessary administrative privileges.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes, contact your SAP security team or administrator to review and adjust the user’s authorizations.
  
  
  
  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.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to user management and authorization checks, such as SU01, PFCG (Role Maintenance), and SU53.
  Authorization Concept: Understanding the SAP authorization concept, including roles, profiles, and authorization objects, is crucial for troubleshooting these types of errors.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user authorizations and roles.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, further investigation may be required, potentially involving SAP support or deeper analysis of the authorization setup in your system.