How To Fix SG824 - Instance &1, unsuitable parameterization for S_PATH authorization check

SG824 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SG - Global Pool for Cross-Application Developments

• Message number: 824

• Message text: Instance &1, unsuitable parameterization for S_PATH authorization check

What causes this issue?

The profile parameter <ZH>abap/path_normalization</> contains a value
that is not suitable for an authorization concept with the object <ZH>
S_PATH </>.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

For information about how to correct the parameterization, see SAP Note
<ZH>2562089</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SG824 - Instance &1, unsuitable parameterization for S_PATH authorization check ?

  The SAP error message SG824 indicates that there is an issue with the parameterization of the S_PATH authorization check for a specific instance. This error typically arises when the authorization object S_PATH is not correctly configured for the instance in question, which can prevent users from accessing certain paths or transactions.
  
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Authorization Object Configuration: The S_PATH authorization object may not be properly set up for the user or role trying to access the instance.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations assigned to access the specified path.
  Instance-Specific Settings: The instance may have specific settings that do not align with the user's authorizations.
  Role Assignment Issues: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for the S_PATH object.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SG824 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see