How To Fix SECURITY_POLICY024 - Selected security policies applied to selection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SECURITY_POLICY - Error Messages: Configuration of Security Policies

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Selected security policies applied to selection

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SECURITY_POLICY024 - Selected security policies applied to selection ?

  The SAP error message SECURITY_POLICY024 indicates that the selected security policies have been applied to a specific selection, which typically means that there are restrictions or conditions that are preventing certain actions or access within the system. This error is often related to security settings, user roles, or authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Security Policies: The error arises when the security policies defined in the system restrict access to certain functionalities or data based on the user's role or profile.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action they are attempting, as defined by the security policies.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the security settings or policies that are causing unintended restrictions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that grant the necessary permissions to perform the action.
  Use transaction code SU53 to analyze the authorization check after the error occurs. This will show which authorization failed.
  
  
  
  Review Security Policies:
  
  Review the security policies that are applied to the user or the transaction in question. Ensure that they are correctly configured and that the user meets the criteria set by these policies.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Administrators:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to review or change security settings, consult with your SAP security team or administrators. They can provide insights into the policies in place and help adjust them if necessary.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes to roles or policies, test the action again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to security settings or user roles for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to security policies and authorizations.
  Training: Consider training sessions on SAP security and authorization management for users and administrators to better understand how to manage security policies effectively.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to escalate the matter to SAP support for further investigation.