How To Fix RFM_PSST_MSG012 - Missing authorization: document no. &1 object &2 mode &3 value &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RFM_PSST_MSG - Message Class for PSST

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Missing authorization: document no. &1 object &2 mode &3 value &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RFM_PSST_MSG012 - Missing authorization: document no. &1 object &2 mode &3 value &4 ?

  The SAP error message RFM_PSST_MSG012 indicates that there is a missing authorization for a specific document. This error typically arises when a user attempts to perform an action on a document (like viewing, editing, or deleting) for which they do not have the necessary permissions. The message provides specific details about the document number, the object type, the mode of access, and the value that is causing the authorization check to fail.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Role: The user does not have the required authorization role assigned to their user profile.
  Authorization Object: The specific authorization object related to the action being performed is not included in the user's roles.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that requires additional permissions.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured, or the user may not belong to the correct organizational unit.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that the necessary roles that include the required authorizations are assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the specific authorization object mentioned in the error message (object &2).
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see the last authorization check and identify what is missing.
  If you have access, you can also use transaction PFCG to review and modify roles.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorization is missing, you may need to modify the role in transaction PFCG to include the necessary authorization object and values.
  After making changes, ensure to generate the profile and assign it to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Test the action again to confirm that the authorization issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are used in SAP to control access to various functionalities. Each object has fields that define the specific authorizations required.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue indicated by the error message RFM_PSST_MSG012.