How To Fix /S4PPM/AUTHORIZATION023 - Type &1, org. unit &2, role &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /S4PPM/AUTHORIZATION -

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Type &1, org. unit &2, role &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /S4PPM/AUTHORIZATION023 - Type &1, org. unit &2, role &3 ?

  The SAP error message /S4PPM/AUTHORIZATION023 typically indicates an authorization issue related to a specific organizational unit and role within the SAP system. This error is commonly encountered in the context of SAP S/4HANA Project and Portfolio Management (PPM) or similar modules where user roles and authorizations are critical for accessing certain functionalities.
  Cause:
  The error message /S4PPM/AUTHORIZATION023 is triggered when a user attempts to perform an action for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. The message specifies:
  
  Type &1: This usually refers to the type of object or action being accessed.
  Org. unit &2: This indicates the organizational unit that the user is trying to access.
  Role &3: This specifies the role that is required to perform the action.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  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).
  
  
  
  Assign Missing Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to assign the appropriate role that includes the required authorizations for the specified organizational unit and action type.
  If the role does not exist, you may need to create a new role or modify an existing one to include the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the details of the error message, including the type, organizational unit, and role.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to user roles and authorizations for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to the actions being performed in the PPM module. Common authorization objects include S_TCODE, S_USER_AUTH, and others specific to PPM.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to authorization errors in the specific version of SAP S/4HANA you are using.
  Training: Consider training for users and administrators on SAP authorization concepts to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the /S4PPM/AUTHORIZATION023 error message.