How To Fix /PRA/ACCOUNTING136 - Relevant authorization does not exist; check job status using trans. SM37

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/ACCOUNTING -

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Relevant authorization does not exist; check job status using trans. SM37

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PRA/ACCOUNTING136 - Relevant authorization does not exist; check job status using trans. SM37 ?

  The SAP error message /PRA/ACCOUNTING136 Relevant authorization does not exist; check job status using trans. SM37 typically indicates that the user attempting to execute a certain transaction or job does not have the necessary authorizations to perform that action. This error is often encountered in the context of background jobs or processes that require specific permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Lack of Authorization: The user does not have the required authorization object or role assigned to their user profile to execute the transaction or job.
  Job Status: The job may be running under a different user context that lacks the necessary permissions.
  Role Assignment: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for the specific action being attempted.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization checks failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorizations are missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure that the necessary roles are assigned.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Work with your SAP security team to ensure that the user has the appropriate access.
  
  
  
  Check Job Status:
  
  Use transaction SM37 to check the status of the job that triggered the error. Look for any failed jobs and review the job logs for more details on the error.
  If the job is running under a different user, ensure that user has the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for specific authorization objects related to the transaction or job in question.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, test the transaction or job again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that may be required for the transaction or job. This can often be found in the SAP documentation or by consulting with your security team.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display authorization check
  SU01: User maintenance
  PFCG: Role maintenance
  SM37: Job monitoring
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization errors.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with SAP support for further assistance.