How To Fix SCI185 - You are not authorized to change the priority of a check

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCI - Code Inspector

• Message number: 185

• Message text: You are not authorized to change the priority of a check

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCI185 - You are not authorized to change the priority of a check ?

  The SAP error message SCI185, which states "You are not authorized to change the priority of a check," typically occurs when a user attempts to modify the priority of a check in the SAP system but lacks the necessary authorizations to perform that action.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization roles or permissions to change the priority of checks in the SAP system.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary transaction codes or authorization objects related to changing check priorities.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations in the system that restrict certain users from making changes to check priorities.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user encountering the error. Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include permissions for changing check priorities.
  Authorization Objects: Identify the relevant authorization objects (e.g., S_TCODE, S_USER_AUTH, etc.) that control access to the functionality for changing check priorities. Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  Consult with Security Team: If you do not have the necessary access to check or modify roles, consult with your SAP security or basis team. They can review the user's authorizations and make adjustments as needed.
  Transaction Codes: Ensure that the user has access to the relevant transaction codes that allow for changing check priorities.
  Testing: After making changes to the user's roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on authorization issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to user authorizations and role management to better understand how to configure user access appropriately.
  Transaction SU53: If the user continues to experience issues, they can use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to display the last authorization check and identify which specific authorization is missing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SCI185 error and allow the user to change the priority of checks as needed.