How To Fix S_CUS_IMG036 - You are not authorized to use IMG view &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_CUS_IMG - Messages for Project Processing/Administration

• Message number: 036

• Message text: You are not authorized to use IMG view &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_CUS_IMG036 - You are not authorized to use IMG view &1 ?

  The SAP error message S_CUS_IMG036 indicates that a user is not authorized to access a specific IMG (Implementation Guide) view. This typically occurs when a user tries to access configuration settings or transaction codes that require specific authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorization objects assigned to their user profile to access the specified IMG view.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations for the IMG view.
  Missing Authorization Objects: The required authorization objects for the IMG view may not be included in the user's roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to check the user's profile and roles.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Go to transaction PFCG to review the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorization objects for accessing the IMG view.
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the role or create a new role that includes 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 and the specific IMG view you are trying to access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made to the roles or authorizations, log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Then, try accessing the IMG view again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to IMG access include S_CUS_IMG (for customizing) and S_TCODE (for transaction codes).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal documentation for specific details on roles and authorizations related to your SAP environment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the S_CUS_IMG036 error message.