How To Fix SIG405 - You are not authorized to execute the individual signature

SIG405 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIG - Digital Signature

• Message number: 405

• Message text: You are not authorized to execute the individual signature

What causes this issue?

You are not authorized to execute the required individual signature.

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?

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Procedure for System Administrators

Check the user authorizations in Customizing.
The user needs the authorization for authorization object C_SIGN_BGR.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIG405 - You are not authorized to execute the individual signature ?

  The SAP error message SIG405, which states "You are not authorized to execute the individual signature," typically occurs in the context of digital signatures or electronic approvals within SAP systems. This error indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action related to the individual signature.
  
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization object or role that permits them to execute the individual signature.
  Missing Roles: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate roles that include the necessary permissions for signing documents or transactions.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict access to certain users or user groups.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insights into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG