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

S#163 - Overview

• 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