How To Fix SO779 - Authorization check not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SO - SAPoffice: message texts

• Message number: 779

• Message text: Authorization check not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SO779 - Authorization check not possible ?

  The SAP error message SO779, which states "Authorization check not possible," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. This can happen in various contexts, such as when trying to access certain transactions, reports, or data within the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The most common cause is that the user does not have the required authorization objects assigned to their user profile.
  Role Issues: The user’s roles may not include the necessary permissions for the action they are trying to perform.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured or may be missing certain authorizations.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may have restrictions based on user roles or profiles.
  Changes in Authorization: Recent changes in the authorization roles or profiles may have inadvertently removed necessary permissions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which authorization object is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to view the user’s profile and roles.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Roles:
  
  Use transaction PFCG to review the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the necessary authorization objects are included in the roles.
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the role or create a new one that includes the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles or profiles, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the details of the error and the transaction you were trying to access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, test the transaction again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to roles or authorizations for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are the building blocks of SAP authorization checks. Each object defines a specific permission that can be granted to users.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to authorization checks and the specific error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the SO779 error message in SAP.