How To Fix S_ARC_LCM_MES051 - No Authorization

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_ARC_LCM_MES - Message Class for Legal Case Management (Subcomponent)

• Message number: 051

• Message text: No Authorization

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_ARC_LCM_MES051 - No Authorization ?

  The SAP error message S_ARC_LCM_MES051 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorizations to perform a specific action related to the Lifecycle Management (LCM) in SAP. This error typically arises when a user attempts to access or execute a function for which they lack the required permissions.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is insufficient authorization in the user's role or profile. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The user’s role does not include the necessary authorization objects required for the action they are trying to perform.
  Role Assignment Issues: The user may not have been assigned the correct role that includes the necessary permissions.
  Changes in Authorization: Recent changes in the authorization roles or profiles may have inadvertently removed necessary permissions.
  User Type Restrictions: Certain actions may be restricted based on user types (e.g., end-users vs. administrators).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the S_ARC_LCM_MES051 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user experiencing the error. This can be done using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for the LCM functions.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the specific authorization objects that are required for the action. This can be done by checking the documentation or consulting with an SAP security expert.
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorizations were checked and failed.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the necessary authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles using transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Add the required authorization objects to the role and generate the profile.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the action again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to roles or if you are unsure about the required authorizations, consult your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects related to LCM. Common objects might include S_TCODE (Transaction Codes) and others specific to LCM functionalities.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for Lifecycle Management to understand the required authorizations for specific tasks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the S_ARC_LCM_MES051 error.