How To Fix RSDME231 - No authorization for activity &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDME -

• Message number: 231

• Message text: No authorization for activity &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDME231 - No authorization for activity &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSDME231, which states "No authorization for activity &1," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action in SAP that they do not have the necessary authorizations for. This can happen in various contexts, such as when accessing reports, executing transactions, or working with data in SAP BW (Business Warehouse).
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorizations assigned to the user’s role or profile. The specific activity indicated by "&1" in the error message refers to the action the user is trying to perform, such as displaying, changing, or executing a report.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs. This transaction will show you the last authorization check that failed, helping you identify which specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 to check the user’s roles and profiles. Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned that include the required authorizations for the activity they are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles. This can be done using transaction code PFCG (Profile Generator). Add the necessary authorizations to the role that the user is assigned.
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the relevant authorization objects that control access to the specific activity. You may need to consult with your SAP security team or refer to documentation to understand which authorization objects are relevant for the action.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are the building blocks of SAP security and define the permissions for various activities. Common authorization objects related to reporting and data access in SAP BW include S_BW_AUTH, S_BW_QUERY, and others.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and best practices for role design.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the RSDME231 error message.