How To Fix S_CMI_ACT_CHK012 - No authorization for Object &1; Activity &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_CMI_ACT_CHK - Message class for Activation checks

• Message number: 012

• Message text: No authorization for Object &1; Activity &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_CMI_ACT_CHK012 - No authorization for Object &1; Activity &2 ?

  The SAP error message S_CMI_ACT_CHK012 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization for a specific object and activity. This is a common issue in SAP systems when users attempt to perform actions for which they lack the required permissions.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user does not have the required authorization for the specified object (e.g., a transaction, report, or function) and the specified activity (e.g., display, change, delete).
  Authorization Profile Issues: The user's authorization profile may not include the necessary authorizations for the object and activity.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned the correct role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Object-Specific Restrictions: There may be restrictions on the object that limit access based on certain criteria (e.g., company code, plant).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs. This transaction shows the last authorization check and can help identify which specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, use transaction SU01 to view the user's profile and roles.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Roles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction PFCG. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for the object and activity in question.
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the role or create a new one that includes the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Objects:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the authorization objects in the role to include the required activities for the specified object.
  Ensure that the changes are transported to the relevant environments (e.g., from development to production).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to make changes, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the details of the error message and the object/activity involved.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Test the transaction or action again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects are used to control access to various functions. Each object can have multiple fields that define the criteria for access.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user authorizations and roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue related to the S_CMI_ACT_CHK012 error message.