How To Fix SAC_TOOLS013 - Authority check for execution of transaction '&1' has failed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAC_TOOLS - Message Class for ABAP Channels tools

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Authority check for execution of transaction '&1' has failed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAC_TOOLS013 - Authority check for execution of transaction '&1' has failed. ?

  The SAP error message SAC_TOOLS013 indicates that there is an authority check failure for executing a specific transaction, denoted by &1. This typically means that the user does not have the necessary permissions to execute the transaction in question.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required roles or authorizations assigned to their user profile to execute the specified transaction.
  Missing Roles: The role that contains the necessary authorizations for the transaction may not be assigned to the user.
  Authorization Object Issues: The authorization objects related to the transaction may not be properly configured or may be missing the necessary values for the user.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be updated or may have been changed, leading to the loss of access to certain transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that the role containing the necessary authorizations for the transaction is included.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is causing the issue.
  If you have access, you can also use transaction SUIM (User Information System) to analyze user authorizations and roles.
  
  
  
  Assign Missing Roles:
  
  If the required role is missing, you may need to assign it to the user. This typically requires administrative access.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator to request the required roles.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization Profiles:
  
  Ensure that the authorization profiles assigned to the user are up to date and include the necessary permissions for the transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are unsure about which roles or authorizations are needed, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can provide guidance on the necessary permissions for the specific transaction.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SUIM: User Information System
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that govern access to the transaction in question. This can often be found in the documentation or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization checks or the transaction in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the SAC_TOOLS013 error message.