How To Fix S#145 - Authorization field &1 is specified more than once.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S# -

• Message number: 145

• Message text: Authorization field &1 is specified more than once.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S#145 - Authorization field &1 is specified more than once. ?

  The SAP error message S#145, which states "Authorization field &1 is specified more than once," typically occurs when there is a conflict in the authorization checks due to the same authorization field being defined multiple times in the authorization object.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises in the following scenarios:
  
  Duplicate Authorization Fields: The same authorization field is included multiple times in the definition of an authorization object or in the authorization checks being performed.
  Custom Authorization Objects: If you are using custom authorization objects, there may be a mistake in the definition where the same field is inadvertently added more than once.
  Role Assignment Issues: When roles are assigned to users, if the same authorization field is defined in multiple roles or profiles, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the S#145 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Authorization Object Definition:
  
  Go to transaction code SU21 to check the definition of the authorization object that is causing the issue.
  Ensure that each authorization field is defined only once in the object.
  
  
  
  Review Role Definitions:
  
  Use transaction code PFCG to review the roles assigned to the user.
  Check if the same authorization field is defined in multiple roles or if there are conflicting definitions.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Objects:
  
  If you find duplicate fields in a custom authorization object, modify the object to remove the duplicates.
  Save and activate the changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the authorization checks again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the changes, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP security team for best practices in managing authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU21: To manage authorization objects.
  PFCG: To manage roles and profiles.
  SU53: To analyze authorization failures.
  
  
  
  Authorization Concepts: Understanding how authorization objects, fields, and roles work in SAP can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to authorization issues, as they may provide additional insights or solutions.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the S#145 error in your SAP system.