How To Fix SIG636 - Invalid authorization group &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIG - Digital Signature

• Message number: 636

• Message text: Invalid authorization group &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIG636 - Invalid authorization group &1 ?

  The SAP error message SIG636 "Invalid authorization group &1" typically occurs when a user attempts to access a transaction or object that is restricted by an authorization group, and the specified authorization group is not valid or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Authorization Group: The authorization group specified in the transaction or object does not exist in the system.
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified authorization group.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue where the authorization group is not properly assigned to the relevant objects or transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Authorization Group:
  
  Verify that the authorization group specified in the error message is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Use transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE93 (Transaction Codes) to check if the authorization group exists.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Check the user's authorization profile to ensure that they have the necessary permissions to access the specified authorization group.
  Use transaction code SU53 to analyze the last authorization check and see if there are any missing authorizations.
  
  
  
  Adjust User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to adjust their roles or profiles. This can be done using transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Ensure that the roles assigned to the user include the necessary authorizations for the relevant authorization group.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis or Security Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP Basis or Security team. They can help investigate the authorization group configuration and user roles.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Development:
  
  If the error occurs in a custom transaction or program, review the code to ensure that the authorization group is being referenced correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Groups: These are used in SAP to restrict access to certain objects or transactions based on user roles. They are defined in the system and can be assigned to various objects like tables, programs, and transactions.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on authorization management and troubleshooting authorization issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the SIG636 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.