How To Fix /S4PPM/AUTH_ANALYSIS009 - Authorization for organizational unit &1 found


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: /S4PPM/AUTH_ANALYSIS -

  • Message number: 009

  • Message text: Authorization for organizational unit &1 found

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /S4PPM/AUTH_ANALYSIS009 - Authorization for organizational unit &1 found ?

    The SAP error message /S4PPM/AUTH_ANALYSIS009 indicates that there is an authorization issue related to the organizational unit specified in the message. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Project and Portfolio Management (PPM) or similar modules where organizational units are used to control access to various functionalities and data.

    Cause:

    The error message is triggered when a user attempts to access a function or data related to a specific organizational unit for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. This can happen due to:

    1. Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required roles or authorizations assigned to access the specified organizational unit.
    2. Incorrect Organizational Unit Assignment: The organizational unit may not be correctly assigned to the user’s roles.
    3. Role Configuration Issues: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for the organizational unit in question.

    Solution:

    To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:

    1. 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 and why.
      • Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
    2. Assign Missing Authorizations:

      • If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to assign the appropriate roles that include access to the organizational unit.
      • Ensure that the roles are correctly configured to include the necessary authorization objects related to the organizational unit.
    3. Review Organizational Unit Settings:

      • Check the configuration of the organizational unit in question to ensure it is set up correctly and that the user is supposed to have access to it.
    4. Consult with Security Team:

      • If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
    5. Testing:

      • After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.

    Related Information:

    • Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to organizational units in SAP. Common objects include S_TCODE, S_USER_AUTH, and others specific to the PPM module.
    • Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization management and troubleshooting authorization issues.
    • SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on authorization problems.

    By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue related to the organizational unit in SAP.

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