How To Fix S#471 - &1&2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S# -

• Message number: 471

• Message text: &1&2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S#471 - &1&2 ?

  The SAP error message S#471 &1&2 typically indicates a problem related to the system's authorization checks. The message format suggests that it is a standard SAP authorization error, where the system is unable to verify the user's permissions for a specific action or transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action they are attempting. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in their user profile.
  Role Assignment: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or object.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured, or there may be restrictions in place that prevent access to certain functionalities.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the authorization check. This will show you which authorization object failed.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Adjust Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to add the required roles or adjust existing roles to include the necessary permissions.
  Ensure that the roles are properly assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, contact your SAP security team or administrator to resolve the authorization issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the transaction again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that may be related to the transaction or action the user is trying to perform.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific authorization objects related to the transaction in question.
  
  If the issue persists after checking and adjusting authorizations, further investigation may be required, potentially involving SAP support or consulting services.