How To Fix SR072 - You are not authorized for extended maintenance of the destinations

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SR - RFC utilities

• Message number: 072

• Message text: You are not authorized for extended maintenance of the destinations

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SR072 - You are not authorized for extended maintenance of the destinations ?

  The SAP error message SR072, which states "You are not authorized for extended maintenance of the destinations," typically occurs when a user attempts to access or modify certain settings related to destination maintenance in the SAP system but lacks the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorizations to perform extended maintenance on the destinations. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in the user's profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary transaction codes or authorization objects related to destination maintenance.
  System Configuration: There may be restrictions set at the system level that prevent certain users from accessing specific functionalities.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to view the user's profile and roles.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can add the required roles to the user profile. This may involve adding roles that include the necessary authorization objects for destination maintenance.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator or basis team to request the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  The relevant authorization objects for destination maintenance may include S_RFC, S_TCODE, and others depending on the specific actions the user is trying to perform.
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations for these objects.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding user roles and authorizations to ensure compliance with your organization’s security policies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to destination maintenance include SM59 (RFC Destinations) and SICF (HTTP Services).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Security Audits: Regularly review user roles and authorizations to ensure that users have the appropriate access levels for their job functions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with SAP support for further assistance.