How To Fix QM_ESH003 - Authorization misssing to use function module &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QM_ESH - Messages for Enterprise Search

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Authorization misssing to use function module &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QM_ESH003 - Authorization misssing to use function module &1 ?

  The SAP error message QM_ESH003 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to use a specific function module, which is identified by the placeholder &1 in the error message. This typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) or related modules where specific function modules are restricted based on user roles and authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user lacks the required authorization object that grants access to the function module.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations.
  Profile Issues: The user’s profile may not be updated or may not include the required permissions.
  Custom Development: If the function module is custom-developed, it may have specific authorization checks that are not covered by standard roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to check the user’s roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the authorization object related to the function module. This can often be found in the documentation for the function module or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  Common authorization objects for QM include QMEL (for Quality Notifications) and QMSM (for Quality Management).
  
  
  
  Role Adjustment:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, work with your SAP security administrator to assign the appropriate roles that include the required authorizations.
  If the roles are correct but the authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the roles to include the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  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 function module again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Ensure that there is proper documentation for the roles and authorizations required for different functions within the QM module.
  Provide training to users and security administrators on how to manage authorizations effectively.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the specific function module or authorization objects.
  Security Team: Collaborate with your SAP security team for best practices in managing authorizations and roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QM_ESH003 error and ensure that users have the necessary access to perform their tasks in SAP.