How To Fix /SAPAPO/LOC052 - Value for authorization check for resource & missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/LOC -

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Value for authorization check for resource & missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/LOC052 - Value for authorization check for resource & missing ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/LOC052 indicates that there is a missing value for the authorization check for a resource in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises when a user attempts to access or perform operations related to a resource for which they do not have the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user does not have the required authorization to access the specified resource.
  Incorrect Resource Configuration: The resource may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the authorization check failing.
  User Role Issues: The user role assigned to the individual may not include the necessary permissions for the resource in question.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Go to transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check that failed and provide insights into what is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG to ensure that the necessary permissions for the resource are included.
  
  
  
  Adjust Roles and Authorizations:
  
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations for the resource.
  Ensure that the authorization objects related to APO resources (like /SAPAPO/RES for resources) are included in the user’s roles.
  
  
  
  Resource Configuration:
  
  Verify that the resource is correctly configured in the APO system. Check if the resource exists and is active.
  Ensure that the resource is assigned to the correct planning area and that the user has access to that planning area.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles or if you are unsure about the necessary authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help identify and resolve authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects in SAP APO, particularly those related to resources.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User maintenance
  PFCG: Role maintenance
  SU53: Display authorization check
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management in SAP APO.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.