How To Fix SFW024 - No activation authorization in Switch Framework

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SFW - Messages for Switch Framework

• Message number: 024

• Message text: No activation authorization in Switch Framework

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to start an activation process in the Switch
Framework. Examples of such actions include:
Activating as well as switching on/off a switch
Activating as well as switching on/off a business function
Activating and selecting a business function set
Unpacking or undoing Switch BC sets
For this you will need the appropriate authorization. The authorization
object is S_SWITCH, activity 07. If you do not assign the authorizations
generically for all business functions and/or business function sets,
you must ensure that the user who starts the activation process has the
authorization for all the objects involved in this process.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SFW024 - No activation authorization in Switch Framework ?

  The SAP error message SFW024: No activation authorization in Switch Framework typically occurs when a user attempts to activate or manage a software component in the SAP Switch Framework but lacks the necessary authorizations to perform that action. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when working with SAP Enhancement Packages or Switch Frameworks.
  Cause
  The primary cause of this error is insufficient authorization for the user trying to activate or manage the switch. The Switch Framework requires specific authorizations to ensure that only users with the appropriate permissions can make changes to the system configuration.
  Solution
  To resolve the SFW024 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform activation tasks in the Switch Framework. The required authorization object is typically S_SWI1 (Switch Framework: Authorization for Switches).
  The user should have the following authorizations:
  
  ACTVT (Activity): Should include values like 01 (Create) and 02 (Change).
  SWITCH (Switch Name): Should include the specific switch or a wildcard to cover multiple switches.
  
  
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  If the user does not have the required authorizations, you may need to assign the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations. This can be done by a system administrator or a user with the necessary privileges.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  After assigning the roles, it is advisable to perform an authorization check using transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs. This will help identify which specific authorizations are missing.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the changes are part of a transport request, ensure that the transport is released and that the user has the necessary authorizations to work with transport requests.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on the Switch Framework and the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking authorizations and roles, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SFW5: Manage Switch Framework
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  S_SWI1: Switch Framework Authorizations
  S_USER_AUTH: User Authorization
  
  
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Regularly review user roles and authorizations to ensure compliance with security policies.
  Maintain a log of changes made to user roles and authorizations for auditing purposes.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SFW024 error and successfully manage the Switch Framework in your SAP system.