How To Fix SF138 - No authorization for this program

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SF - SAPfind: Message Texts

• Message number: 138

• Message text: No authorization for this program

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SF138 - No authorization for this program ?

  The SAP error message SF138, which states "No authorization for this program," typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to execute a specific program or transaction in the SAP system. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to access a report, transaction, or custom program.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user role assigned to the user does not include the necessary authorizations for the program or transaction.
  Authorization Object Restrictions: The authorization objects associated with the program may have restrictions that the user does not meet.
  Role Assignment Issues: The user may not have been assigned the correct roles or profiles that include the required authorizations.
  Program-Specific Restrictions: Some programs may have specific checks that restrict access based on user attributes or organizational levels.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user’s roles and profiles.
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include access to the program in question.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after receiving the error to see which authorization checks failed.
  This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user’s roles using transaction code PFCG to include the required authorizations.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security 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 program again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to user roles or authorizations for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  ST01: System Trace (for deeper analysis of authorization checks)
  
  
  
  Authorization Concepts:
  
  Understand the concept of authorization objects and how they are used to control access to various functions in SAP.
  Familiarize yourself with the role-based access control model in SAP.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to authorization errors, as there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.