How To Fix PSM_S4C_FM_MD047 - Authorization group &1 does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSM_S4C_FM_MD -

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Authorization group &1 does not exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSM_S4C_FM_MD047 - Authorization group &1 does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message PSM_S4C_FM_MD047 indicates that there is an issue with an authorization group that is being referenced in your system. Specifically, the message states that the authorization group specified (denoted by &1) does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Authorization Group: The authorization group referenced in the transaction or function module does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo, a missing configuration, or an incorrect assignment.
  Transport Issues: If the authorization group was recently created or modified in a different environment (like development) and not transported to the current environment (like production), it may not exist in the current system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified authorization group, leading to the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Authorization Group:
  
  Verify the authorization group name that is causing the error. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and formatted.
  Use transaction code SU21 to check if the authorization group exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Authorization Group:
  
  If the authorization group does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done using transaction code SE54 (for creating authorization groups) or through the relevant configuration settings in your SAP system.
  If it exists but is not correctly configured, you may need to modify it.
  
  
  
  Transport Authorization Group:
  
  If the authorization group was created in a different environment, ensure that it is transported to the current environment. Check the transport logs to confirm that the transport was successful.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the specified authorization group. This can be checked using transaction code SU53 to analyze the authorization check after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further insights into authorization groups and their management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Groups: These are used in SAP to control access to certain objects or transactions. They are often used in conjunction with roles and profiles to manage user permissions.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU21: Display and maintain authorization objects.
  SE54: Create and maintain authorization groups.
  SU53: Display authorization check results.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult SAP's support portal for further assistance.