How To Fix /SEHS/HM_IMG120 - You do not have authorization for the required action

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SEHS/HM_IMG -

• Message number: 120

• Message text: You do not have authorization for the required action

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SEHS/HM_IMG120 - You do not have authorization for the required action ?

  The SAP error message /SEHS/HM_IMG120 You do not have authorization for the required action typically indicates that the user attempting to perform a specific action does not have the necessary authorizations assigned to their user profile. This can occur in various contexts within SAP, such as when trying to access certain transactions, reports, or functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user lacks the required authorization objects or roles that permit them to perform the action they are attempting.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the correct role that includes the necessary permissions.
  Authorization Profile Issues: There may be issues with the authorization profiles assigned to the user, such as being outdated or incorrectly configured.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may have restrictions based on user roles or organizational levels.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  Review Authorization Objects: Use transaction SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization objects are missing. This transaction provides a detailed view of the authorization check that failed.
  Consult with Security Team: If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security or basis team. They can review and adjust the user’s roles and authorizations as needed.
  Testing: After adjustments are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Test the action again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  Documentation: Ensure that any changes made to user roles or authorizations are documented for future reference and compliance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Concepts: Familiarize yourself with SAP's authorization concepts, including roles, profiles, and authorization objects, to better understand how to manage user access.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization errors or provide guidance on best practices for role management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the authorization error and implement a solution to resolve it.