How To Fix SO870 - You do not have authorization to display all SAP users

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SO - SAPoffice: message texts

• Message number: 870

• Message text: You do not have authorization to display all SAP users

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SO870 - You do not have authorization to display all SAP users ?

  The SAP error message SO870 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to view all SAP users in the system. This is a common issue related to user roles and authorizations within the SAP environment.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the user attempting to access the user list does not have the required authorization object assigned to their user profile. Specifically, the authorization object S_USER_AUTH is typically involved in controlling access to user management functions, including the ability to display user information.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user who is encountering the error. You can do this by using transaction code SU01 to display the user profile.
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to view user data. This typically involves the S_USER_AUTH authorization object.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user does not have the required authorizations, you may need to assign a role that includes the necessary permissions. This can be done by a user with administrative privileges using transaction code PFCG (Profile Generator).
  Ensure that the role includes the appropriate authorization objects, such as S_USER_AUTH, with the necessary activity (e.g., display).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to modify roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or system administrator. They can review and adjust the user’s authorizations as needed.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Understanding SAP authorization objects is crucial for managing user access. The S_USER_AUTH object controls access to user management functions.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SO870 error and grant the necessary access to the user.