How To Fix SRT_ADMIN042 - Authorization &1 is missing for service user &2 on destination &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRT_ADMIN - Administration Messages for SOAP Runtime

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Authorization &1 is missing for service user &2 on destination &3

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_ADMIN042 - Authorization &1 is missing for service user &2 on destination &3 ?

  The SAP error message SRT_ADMIN042 indicates that there is a missing authorization for a service user in the context of a specific destination. This typically occurs in scenarios involving SAP's web services or when using the SAP Process Integration (PI) or SAP Process Orchestration (PO) systems.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when the service user (specified as &2 in the message) does not have the necessary authorization (&1) to access the specified destination (&3). This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  The service user is not assigned the required roles or authorizations in the SAP system.
  The destination configuration may not be set up correctly, leading to authorization checks failing.
  The user might be missing specific authorizations related to the service being accessed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Missing Authorization:
  
  Check the error message for the specific authorization object (&1) that is missing.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the service user ID (&2).
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that the necessary roles that include the required authorizations are assigned.
  
  
  
  Assign Missing Authorizations:
  
  If the required authorization is not included in the assigned roles, you may need to either:
  
  Modify an existing role to include the missing authorization.
  Create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations and assign it to the service user.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 (RFC Destinations) and verify the configuration of the destination (&3).
  Ensure that the destination is correctly set up and that the service user is specified correctly in the connection settings.
  
  
  
  Test the Connection:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the connection to the destination to ensure that the authorization issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Security Team:
  
  If you are unsure about which authorizations are required or how to assign them, consult your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that may be required for web service access, such as S_SERVICE, S_RFC, or others depending on the specific service being accessed.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on web services and authorization management for more detailed information on how to manage service user authorizations effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SRT_ADMIN042 error and ensure that the service user has the necessary authorizations to access the specified destination.