How To Fix POC_MODEL022 - No authorization to view process definition '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: POC_MODEL - Process Model Related Messages

• Message number: 022

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message POC_MODEL022 - No authorization to view process definition '&1' ?

  The SAP error message POC_MODEL022 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to view a specific process definition in the SAP system. This error typically occurs 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 the required authorizations.
  Authorization Objects: The specific authorization objects related to process definitions may not be included in the user's roles.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured to allow access to the process definitions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the POC_MODEL022 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that grant access to the process definitions.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the relevant authorization objects that control access to process definitions. Common authorization objects for BPM include:
  
  S_BPM (Business Process Management)
  S_BPM_DSP (Display Business Process Management)
  
  
  Check if these authorization objects are included in the user's roles.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction SU53:
  
  After encountering the error, use transaction SU53 to display the last authorization check. This will show which authorization failed and can help identify what is missing.
  
  
  
  Adjust Authorizations:
  
  If necessary, work with your SAP security team to adjust the user's roles and authorizations to include the required access to the process definitions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test access to the process definition again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on authorization management and process definitions for more detailed information on how to manage user access.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking roles and authorizations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the POC_MODEL022 error and ensure that the user has the necessary access to view the process definition.