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How To Fix PRP028 - The authorization check failed


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: PRP - Project Resource Planning: General Messages

  • Message number: 028

  • Message text: The authorization check failed

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PRP028 - The authorization check failed ?

    The SAP error message PRP028, which states "The authorization check failed," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action or access a transaction for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. This can happen in various contexts within SAP, such as when trying to create, change, or display certain data.

    Causes:

    1. Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization objects assigned to their user profile.
    2. Role Issues: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the action they are trying to perform.
    3. Authorization Object Restrictions: Specific restrictions within the authorization objects may prevent access, even if the user has some level of authorization.
    4. Profile Changes: Recent changes to user roles or profiles may have inadvertently removed necessary authorizations.
    5. Transaction-Specific Restrictions: Some transactions may have additional checks that require specific authorizations beyond the standard ones.

    Solutions:

    1. Check User Authorizations:

      • Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to display the last authorization check. This will show which authorization object failed and why.
      • Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
    2. Modify Roles:

      • If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles in PFCG to include the required authorization objects.
      • Ensure that the roles are properly assigned to the user.
    3. Consult with Security Team:

      • If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
    4. Testing:

      • After making changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the authorization issue has been resolved.
    5. Documentation:

      • Document any changes made to user roles or authorizations for future reference and compliance.

    Related Information:

    • Authorization Objects: These are the building blocks of SAP security and define what actions a user can perform on specific data.
    • Transaction Codes:
      • SU01: User Maintenance
      • PFCG: Role Maintenance
      • SU53: Display Authorization Check
    • SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization checks or known bugs.

    By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PRP028 error and implement a solution to resolve it.

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