How To Fix POC_MODEL018 - No Authorization to view the process definition '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: POC_MODEL - Process Model Related Messages

• Message number: 018

• Message text: No Authorization to view the process definition '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message POC_MODEL018 - No Authorization to view the process definition '&1' ?

  The SAP error message POC_MODEL018 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to view a specific process definition in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Process Orchestration (PO) or SAP Business Process Management (BPM).
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorizations assigned to the user trying to access the process definition. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Roles: The user may not have been assigned the necessary roles that include permissions to view process definitions.
  Authorization Objects: The relevant authorization objects required for accessing process definitions are not included in the user's profile.
  Process Definition Restrictions: The specific process definition may have restrictions that limit visibility to certain users or roles.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the POC_MODEL018 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user encountering the error. Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that