How To Fix SDMSK_UI206 - No authorization to maintain rule entries

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDMSK_UI - Data Masking: UI

• Message number: 206

• Message text: No authorization to maintain rule entries

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDMSK_UI206 - No authorization to maintain rule entries ?

  The SAP error message "SDMSK_UI206 No authorization to maintain rule entries" typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to perform actions related to maintaining rule entries in the SAP system, particularly in the context of the Sales and Distribution (SD) module or related applications.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization objects or roles that permit them to maintain rule entries.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or function they are trying to access.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured to allow access to the required functionalities.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insights into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to view the user’s roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Profiles:
  
  Work with your SAP security team to review the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorization objects for maintaining rule entries.
  Common authorization objects that may be relevant include:
  
  S_TCODE (Transaction Code)
  S_USER_AUTH (User Authorization)
  S_SALES (Sales and Distribution)
  
  
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorizations are missing, the security team can modify the existing roles or create a new role that includes the necessary permissions.
  Ensure that the role is properly assigned to the user after modifications.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the functionality again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and their usage in the context of Sales and Distribution.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to authorization errors in the specific version of SAP you are using.
  Security Audit: Regularly conduct security audits to ensure that users have the appropriate access levels and that there are no unnecessary permissions granted.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP Basis team for further investigation.