How To Fix PSM_S4C_FM_MD226 - Authorization group &1 does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSM_S4C_FM_MD -

• Message number: 226

• 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_MD226 - Authorization group &1 does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message PSM_S4C_FM_MD226 indicates that there is an issue with an authorization group that is referenced in a function module or program. Specifically, the error message states that the authorization group specified (denoted by &1) does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Authorization Group: The authorization group specified in the function module or program does not exist in the SAP system. This could be due to a typo, a missing configuration, or the group being deleted.
  Transport Issues: If the authorization group was created 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 executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified authorization group.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Authorization Group:
  
  Go to transaction code SE54 (Authorization Group Maintenance) or SU21 (Maintain Authorization Objects) to check if the authorization group exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or correct the reference in the function module or program.
  
  
  
  Create Authorization Group:
  
  If the authorization group is missing, you can create it using transaction SE54. Make sure to define the necessary authorizations for the group.
  
  
  
  Correct References:
  
  If the authorization group is incorrectly referenced in the code, you may need to modify the function module or program to point to the correct authorization group.
  
  
  
  Transport Authorization Group:
  
  If the authorization group exists in another environment, ensure that it is properly transported to the current environment.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access the specified authorization group. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the specific function module or program to understand the expected authorization groups.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE54: Authorization Group Maintenance
  SU21: Maintain Authorization Objects
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  Authorization Concepts: Familiarize yourself with SAP's authorization concepts, including roles, profiles, and authorization objects, to better understand how to manage authorizations effectively.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further assistance.