How To Fix SHMM000 - No authorization to display shared objects

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SHMM - Shared Objects Monitor

• Message number: 000

• Message text: No authorization to display shared objects

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SHMM000 - No authorization to display shared objects ?

  The SAP error message SHMM000 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to display shared objects in the SAP system. This typically occurs when a user attempts to access shared memory objects without the appropriate permissions.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by insufficient authorization in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user lacks the necessary authorization object that allows them to view shared memory objects.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  The relevant authorization object for shared memory management is S_SHM. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions for this object.
  The specific fields to check include:
  
  ACTVT (Activity): Ensure that the user has the appropriate activity (e.g., display).
  SHMNAME (Shared Memory Name): Ensure that the user has access to the specific shared memory objects they are trying to view.
  
  
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or profiles. This can be done using transaction code PFCG.
  Add the required authorization object (S_SHM) to the user's role and assign the necessary values.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If changes are made to roles or authorizations, ensure that they are transported to the relevant systems if you are working in a landscape with multiple environments (e.g., Development, Quality Assurance, Production).
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, test to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SHMM: Shared Memory Management
  
  
  
  Authorization Management:
  
  It is essential to regularly review and manage user authorizations to ensure compliance with security policies and to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive data.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations for more detailed procedures.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SHMM000 error and allow the user to access the shared memory objects as needed.