How To Fix RX056 - You do not have the authorization for displaying

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RX - BW: InfoCatalog

• Message number: 056

• Message text: You do not have the authorization for displaying

What causes this issue?

You are not authorized to display objects.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Please contact your system administrator to obtain the required
authorization.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RX056 - You do not have the authorization for displaying ?

  The SAP error message RX056, which states "You do not have the authorization for displaying," typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary permissions to view a specific object or transaction in the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to access reports, transaction codes, or specific data records.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user’s role may not include the necessary authorization objects required to display the data.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned the correct role that includes the required permissions.
  Profile Issues: The user’s profile may not be updated or may not include the necessary authorizations.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may have restrictions based on user roles or profiles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that the necessary roles are included.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after receiving the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SUIM (User Information System) to analyze user authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user’s roles using transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance) to include the required authorization objects.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Attempt to access the transaction or report again to verify that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Ensure that any changes made to roles or authorizations are documented for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are used in SAP to control access to various functionalities. Common authorization objects include S_TCODE (Transaction Codes), S_USER_AUTH (User Authorizations), and others depending on the specific area of SAP being accessed.
  SAP Security: Understanding the basics of SAP security and authorization concepts can help in troubleshooting similar issues in the future.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the specific transaction or authorization objects you are working with.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.