How To Fix S#239 - No authorization for assignment: User &1 to profile &2 in system &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S# -

• Message number: 239

• Message text: No authorization for assignment: User &1 to profile &2 in system &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S#239 - No authorization for assignment: User &1 to profile &2 in system &3 ?

  The SAP error message S#239 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to be assigned to a specific profile in a particular system. This error typically arises in the context of user management and authorization assignments within SAP systems.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user attempting to perform the assignment does not have the required authorizations to assign users to profiles.
  Profile Restrictions: The profile being assigned may have restrictions or specific conditions that the user does not meet.
  Role Configuration: The roles and profiles may not be correctly configured, leading to authorization issues.
  System-Specific Issues: The error may also arise if there are discrepancies in the system configuration or if the user is not properly set up in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to make the assignment has the necessary authorizations. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and profiles in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  The user should have the appropriate authorization objects, such as S_USER_AUTH for user authorization management.
  
  
  
  Review Profile Settings:
  
  Check the settings of the profile being assigned. Ensure that there are no restrictions that would prevent the assignment.
  Use transaction PFCG to review the profile and its associated roles.
  
  
  
  Adjust Role Assignments:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, consider assigning the required roles that include the necessary authorizations for user management.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the required authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can provide insights into the necessary roles and authorizations needed for the assignment.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the system configuration is correct and that there are no issues with the user master data in the target system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SUIM: User Information System (to check user authorizations)
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  S_USER_AUTH: Authorization for user management
  S_USER_PRO: Authorization for user profile management
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on user management and authorization concepts.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.