How To Fix RSEC231 - Insufficient authorization

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSEC -

• Message number: 231

• Message text: Insufficient authorization

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSEC231 - Insufficient authorization ?

  The SAP error message RSEC231 indicates that a user does not have sufficient authorization to perform a specific action or access certain data within the SAP system. This error is commonly encountered in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP Analytics, where authorization checks are critical for data security and compliance.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The user lacks the necessary authorization objects that are required to access the data or execute the transaction.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  Data Access Restrictions: The user may have restrictions on data access based on characteristics or values that are not included in their authorizations.
  Profile Issues: The user’s profile may not be updated or may not include the latest changes in authorization settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSEC231 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which authorization object is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to view the user’s authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Profiles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user using transaction PFCG. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorization objects for the actions the user is trying to perform.
  If roles are missing, you may need to create or modify roles to include the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Adjust Authorization Objects:
  
  If specific authorization objects are missing, you may need to add them to the user’s role or profile. This may require assistance from a security administrator.
  
  
  
  Data Access Authorization:
  
  If the error is related to data access (e.g., in BW), ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for the relevant InfoObjects, InfoProviders, or queries.
  
  
  
  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 issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Audit:
  
  Document any changes made to user roles and authorizations for future reference and compliance purposes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Concept in SAP: Understanding how authorizations work in SAP is crucial. Familiarize yourself with the concepts of authorization objects, roles, and profiles.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to RSEC231 or authorization problems in your version of SAP.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP security team or refer to SAP support for further assistance.