How To Fix SO221 - Authorization exceeded, reset to own authorization

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SO - SAPoffice: message texts

• Message number: 221

• Message text: Authorization exceeded, reset to own authorization

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SO221 - Authorization exceeded, reset to own authorization ?

  The SAP error message SO221 ("Authorization exceeded, reset to own authorization") typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action that exceeds their assigned authorizations. This can happen in various contexts, such as when a user tries to access certain transactions, reports, or data that they do not have permission to view or modify.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Profile Issues: The user’s authorization profile may not include the necessary permissions for the action they are trying to perform.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not be configured correctly, leading to insufficient authorizations.
  Transaction Codes: The user may be trying to execute a transaction code that requires higher-level authorizations than what they possess.
  Object Level Authorization: The user may have access to a transaction but lacks the necessary object-level authorizations for specific data or functions within that transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the authorization check. This will show which authorization object failed and why.
  Review the user’s roles and profiles in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Adjust Roles and Profiles:
  
  If the user requires additional authorizations, work with your SAP security team to adjust their roles or create a new role that includes the necessary permissions.
  Ensure that the roles are properly assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Authorization Object Review:
  
  Identify the specific authorization objects that are causing the issue and ensure that the user has the necessary permissions for those objects.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the transaction again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Document any changes made to user roles and authorizations for future reference.
  Provide training to users on the importance of authorization and how to request additional access if needed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SUIM: User Information System (for reporting on authorizations)
  
  
  
  Authorization Concepts:
  
  Understand the difference between user roles, profiles, and authorization objects.
  Familiarize yourself with the concept of composite roles and derived roles if applicable.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues or patches related to authorization errors, as there may be updates or fixes provided by SAP.
  
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation.