How To Fix /SEHS/BA_MISC1851 - You are not authorized to carry out the &1 step

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SEHS/BA_MISC1 -

• Message number: 851

• Message text: You are not authorized to carry out the &1 step

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SEHS/BA_MISC1851 - You are not authorized to carry out the &1 step ?

  The SAP error message /SEHS/BA_MISC1851 indicates that a user is not authorized to carry out a specific step in a process, which is typically related to the Business Application (BA) or a specific transaction in the SAP system. This error is often encountered in scenarios where user roles and authorizations are not properly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user does not have the necessary authorization object assigned to their user profile to perform the action associated with the step.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the required permissions for the specific transaction or process step.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may have restrictions based on user roles or organizational levels.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be updated or may have been incorrectly configured.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which authorization object is missing.
  Review the authorization logs to identify the specific missing authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 to check the user’s roles and profiles.
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations for the action they are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorization is missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Use transaction PFCG to manage roles and authorization profiles.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Test the transaction again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to the specific transaction or process step.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the specific error message or transaction for additional guidance or known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or training materials related to user roles and authorizations for best practices in managing user access.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the authorization error and implement a solution to resolve it.