How To Fix PSSC_BUFFER031 - No authorization to create objects of type '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSSC_BUFFER - Social Services Buffer

• Message number: 031

• Message text: No authorization to create objects of type '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSSC_BUFFER031 - No authorization to create objects of type '&1' ?

  The SAP error message PSSC_BUFFER031 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to create objects of a specific type, which is represented by &1 in the error message. This typically occurs in the context of SAP applications that involve object creation, such as SAP Business Workflow, SAP Business Objects, or other modules that require specific authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user attempting to create the object does not have the required authorizations assigned in their user profile.
  Authorization Object: The specific authorization object related to the object type being created is not included in the user's role.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have the correct roles assigned that include the necessary permissions for the action they are trying to perform.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include the necessary authorizations for creating the specified object type.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the specific authorization object that is required for the object type indicated by &1.
  Use transaction SU53 (Authorization Check) immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorization is missing, you may need to modify the user's roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Use transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance) to adjust roles and add the required authorization objects.
  
  
  
  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.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Test the action again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are used in SAP to control access to various functionalities. Each object has specific fields that define the permissions required.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and best practices for role assignments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PSSC_BUFFER031 error and ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to create the required objects.