How To Fix /S4PPM/AUTHORIZATION011 - Report &1 started in test mode

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /S4PPM/AUTHORIZATION -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Report &1 started in test mode

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /S4PPM/AUTHORIZATION011 - Report &1 started in test mode ?

  The SAP error message /S4PPM/AUTHORIZATION011 typically indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorizations to execute a particular report or transaction in the SAP system. The message also mentions that the report is being executed in test mode, which means that the system is allowing the execution of the report without making any changes to the database, primarily for testing purposes.
  Cause:
  
  Lack of Authorization: The user executing the report does not have the required authorization objects assigned to their user profile.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations for the report.
  Test Mode Execution: The system is configured to run the report in test mode due to the lack of proper authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization checks failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorizations are missing.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 to check the user’s roles and authorizations. Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned that include the required authorization objects for the report.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the necessary authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations. This can be done using transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, re-execute the report to ensure that it runs in the desired mode (not in test mode).
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the specific authorization objects related to the report you are trying to execute. This information can often be found in the documentation for the report or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this specific error message.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to user management and authorization include:
  
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  PFCG - Role Maintenance
  SU53 - Display Authorization Check
  ST01 - System Trace (for more detailed analysis)
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the authorization issue and implement a solution to resolve the error message.