How To Fix S_LRM_UI028 - You are not authorized to import policies for all audit areas

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_LRM_UI - Information Retention Manager - Messages on WD UI

• Message number: 028

• Message text: You are not authorized to import policies for all audit areas

What causes this issue?

You are not authorized to import policies for all audit areas.

How to fix this error?

On the initial screen, enter an audit area for which you are authorized.

Procedure for System Administrators

Before you can import policies, the system checks that the authorization
object S_IRM_POL has the activity 01 (create). Authorization can be
restricted to one or more audit areas.
See the documentation for the authorization object.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_LRM_UI028 - You are not authorized to import policies for all audit areas ?

  The SAP error message S_LRM_UI028 indicates that a user is not authorized to import policies for all audit areas within the SAP system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) when a user attempts to perform an action that requires specific authorizations related to policy management.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the necessary roles or authorizations assigned to perform the import of policies for the specified audit areas.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the required permissions for the specific audit areas or policy management functions.
  System Configuration: There may be restrictions in the system configuration that limit access to certain audit areas based on user roles.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user encountering the error. Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include permissions for policy management and the specific audit areas involved.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Check the relevant authorization objects associated with policy management in SAP GRC. Common authorization objects include:
  
  S_LRM_POLICY: This object controls access to policy management functions.
  S_LRM_AUDIT: This object controls access to audit areas.
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, you may need to modify the existing roles or create new roles that include the necessary permissions. This can be done using transaction code PFCG (Profile Generator).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help assess the user's access and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new permissions take effect. Then, attempt the import of policies again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP GRC documentation for detailed information on authorization management and policy import processes.
  Audit Logs: If available, check audit logs to see if there are any additional details regarding the authorization failure.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue related to the error message S_LRM_UI028.