How To Fix RSPC169 - Authorization "S_PROGRAM" with activity "Submit" is required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSPC - Process Chains

• Message number: 169

• Message text: Authorization "S_PROGRAM" with activity "Submit" is required

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSPC169 - Authorization "S_PROGRAM" with activity "Submit" is required ?

  The SAP error message RSPC169 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to execute a specific action related to process chains in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). Specifically, the error states that the user requires the authorization object S_PROGRAM with the activity Submit to submit a process chain.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a user attempts to start or execute a process chain but lacks the required authorization. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user’s role does not include the necessary authorizations for executing process chains.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not be properly configured to include the required authorization objects.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be updated or may not include the necessary roles.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSPC169 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the missing authorizations. This will show you which specific authorizations are lacking.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 and enter the user ID to check the roles assigned to the user.
  Ensure that the user has roles that include the S_PROGRAM authorization object with the Submit activity.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the necessary authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Use transaction PFCG to manage roles. Add the S_PROGRAM authorization object with the appropriate activity (Submit) to the role.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  After making changes, you can use transaction SU01 to recheck the user’s authorizations or ask the user to try executing the process chain again.
  
  
  
  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 Object: S_PROGRAM is used to control access to programs and reports in SAP. The activity Submit allows users to execute or submit programs.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Process Chains: In SAP BW, process chains are used to automate data loading and processing tasks. Proper authorization is crucial for users who need to manage or execute these chains.
  
  By ensuring that the user has the correct authorizations, you can resolve the RSPC169 error and allow the user to execute the process chain successfully.