How To Fix SR214 - Missing network administration authorization

SR214 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SR - RFC utilities

• Message number: 214

• Message text: Missing network administration authorization

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SR214 - Missing network administration authorization ?

  The SAP error message SR214, which indicates "Missing network administration authorization," typically arises when a user attempts to perform actions related to network administration without having the necessary authorizations. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to access certain network-related transactions or functions within the SAP system.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the user does not have the required authorization roles or permissions assigned to their user profile. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Roles: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate roles that include network administration permissions.
  Authorization Object Restrictions: The authorization objects related to network administration may not be properly configured or may restrict access for the user.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly set up, or the user may not belong to the correct user groups.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SR214 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53