How To Fix /SCDL/AF062 - Error in authorization administration

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/AF -

• Message number: 062

• Message text: Error in authorization administration

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/AF062 - Error in authorization administration ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/AF062 Error in authorization administration typically indicates an issue related to authorization checks within the SAP system, particularly in the context of the SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) module or related applications. This error can arise due to various reasons, including missing authorizations, configuration issues, or problems with the authorization objects.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action they are attempting. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations assigned to the user profile.
  Authorization Object Issues: The relevant authorization objects may not be correctly defined or may not include the necessary fields for the user’s role.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues in the configuration of the authorization profiles or roles in the system.
  Transport Issues: If recent changes were transported to the system, there may be inconsistencies in the authorization data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the last authorization check. This will show which authorization object failed and why.
  Review the user’s roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure that the necessary authorizations are included.
  
  
  
  Adjust Authorization Objects:
  
  If specific authorization objects are missing, you may need to modify the roles in transaction PFCG to include the necessary authorizations.
  Ensure that the authorization objects are correctly configured and that the necessary fields are populated.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to authorization in the relevant modules (e.g., SCM, logistics).
  Ensure that the authorization profiles are correctly assigned and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings related to authorization objects.
  Ensure that all necessary transports have been successfully imported and that there are no missing components.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Notes and documentation for any known issues related to the specific error message. SAP Support may have provided patches or updates that address the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including transaction codes, user IDs, and any relevant logs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to the actions being performed in the SCM module.
  SAP Notes: Search for specific SAP Notes related to /SCDL/AF062 for any patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the error message /SCDL/AF062.