How To Fix S#163 - No data for authorization field &1 (object &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S# -

• Message number: 163

• Message text: No data for authorization field &1 (object &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S#163 - No data for authorization field &1 (object &2) ?

  The SAP error message S#163 "No data for authorization field &1 (object &2)" typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations for a specific object in the SAP system. This error occurs when the system checks the user's authorizations and finds that there is no data available for the specified authorization field related to the specified object.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Data: The user may not have been assigned the necessary roles or authorizations that include the required data for the specified authorization field and object.
  Authorization Object Configuration: The authorization object may not be properly configured in the system, or the relevant fields may not have been populated with the necessary values.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly set up, leading to missing authorizations.
  Role Assignment: The roles assigned to the user may not cover the required authorization objects or fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify that the user has the appropriate roles assigned. You can do this by using transaction code SU01 to check the user's profile and roles.
  Review Authorization Objects: Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to analyze the authorization check. This will show you which authorization object and field are causing the issue.
  Maintain Authorizations: If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to assign the appropriate roles or modify existing roles using transaction code PFCG.
  Authorization Data Maintenance: If the authorization object is missing data, you may need to maintain the authorization data for that object. This can be done in transaction code SU21 or PFCG.
  Consult with Security Team: If you are not authorized to make changes, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to ensure that the user has the correct authorizations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU21: Maintain Authorization Objects
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the specific authorization objects relevant to your business processes, as they define the permissions required for various actions in SAP.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding user roles and authorizations to ensure compliance with security policies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the S#163 error message in SAP.