How To Fix RY141 - You are not authorized to create the generic transaction

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RY - Messages for RM Basis

• Message number: 141

• Message text: You are not authorized to create the generic transaction

What causes this issue?

You are not authorized to create generic transactions. This requires
authorization type &V1&, which was defined in Customizing as the
authorization type for creating generic transactions.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RY141 - You are not authorized to create the generic transaction ?

  The SAP error message RY141, which states "You are not authorized to create the generic transaction," typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to create a generic transaction in the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to create a transaction in a specific module or when attempting to perform a task that requires certain permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization objects or roles that permit the creation of generic transactions.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate role that includes the necessary permissions.
  Profile Configuration: The user profile may not be configured correctly to allow for the creation of generic transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user. This can be done by navigating to the user management transaction (e.g., SU01) and checking the roles assigned to the user.
  Authorization Objects: Identify the specific authorization objects required for creating generic transactions. This may involve consulting with your SAP security team or reviewing the documentation for the specific transaction.
  Request Additional Authorizations: If the user does not have the necessary authorizations, they should request additional permissions from their SAP security administrator or through the appropriate channels in your organization.
  Testing: After adjustments are made, the user should log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, they can attempt to create the generic transaction again.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific requirements related to the transaction in question.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), SU53 (Authorization Check), and PFCG (Role Maintenance) to manage user roles and authorizations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to authorization errors and generic transactions.
  Security Team: Collaborate with your SAP security team to ensure that the authorization model aligns with your organization's policies and that users have the necessary access to perform their job functions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to escalate the matter to your SAP support team for further investigation.