How To Fix RMSL017 - User &1 is not in the authorization group &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMSL - Labeling Application Messages

• Message number: 017

• Message text: User &1 is not in the authorization group &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RMSL017 - User &1 is not in the authorization group &2 ?

  The SAP error message RMSL017 indicates that a user (denoted as &1) is not part of the specified authorization group (denoted as &2). This error typically arises when a user attempts to perform an action or access a resource that requires specific authorizations that they do not possess.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Group Restrictions: The user is trying to access or modify a resource (like a report, transaction, or object) that is restricted to a specific authorization group.
  User Role Configuration: The user may not have been assigned the necessary roles or authorizations that include access to the specified authorization group.
  Missing User Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the authorization group in question, which is required for the action they are trying to perform.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user’s roles and authorizations.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include access to the required authorization group.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user does not have the required roles, you may need to assign the appropriate roles that include the authorization for the specified group.
  This can be done by a system administrator or someone with the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Update Authorization Group:
  
  If the user should be part of the authorization group, you can add the user to the group using transaction code SU21 (for authorization objects) or by modifying the relevant configuration in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes, contact your SAP security team or administrator to resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the action again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Groups: These are used in SAP to restrict access to certain objects or transactions based on user roles. Understanding how these groups work is crucial for managing user access.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU21: Maintain Authorization Objects
  PFCG: Role Maintenance (to manage roles and authorizations)
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and troubleshooting authorization issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RMSL017 error and ensure that the user has the necessary access to perform their tasks.