How To Fix Q0163 - You do not have authorization for this task

Q0163 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: Q0 - QM: Generally valid messages

• Message number: 163

• Message text: You do not have authorization for this task

What causes this issue?

You attempted to edit or display a task. However, you are not authorized
to execute this function.

System Response

This function cannot be executed.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

INCLUDE QMNA_BERECHT_DETAIL_AND_NEU

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Q0163 - Details

• The SAP error message Q0163, which states "You do not have authorization for this task," typically indicates that the user attempting to perform a specific action does not have the necessary permissions or authorizations assigned to their user profile. This can occur in various contexts within SAP, such as when trying to access certain transactions, reports, or functionalities.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user lacks the required authorization object that is necessary for the task they are trying to perform.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have the appropriate role assigned that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Profile Issues: The user’s profile may not be correctly configured to allow access to the required transaction or function.
  Organizational Levels: The user may not have the necessary authorizations at the required organizational level (e.g., plant, company code).
  Changes in Authorization: Recent changes in the authorization roles or profiles may have inadvertently removed access.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned