How To Fix SRT_WSP3173 - Not authorized to perform '&1' for profile '&2' [Auth.Obj. &3]

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRT_WSP3 - SRT: Web Service Configuration Messages 3

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Not authorized to perform '&1' for profile '&2' [Auth.Obj. &3]

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_WSP3173 - Not authorized to perform '&1' for profile '&2' [Auth.Obj. &3] ?

  The SAP error message SRT_WSP3173 indicates that a user is not authorized to perform a specific action (denoted by &1) for a given profile (denoted by &2) related to an authorization object (denoted by &3). This error typically occurs in the context of web services or when accessing certain functionalities in SAP that require specific authorizations.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by insufficient authorization for the user attempting to perform the action. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Roles: The user does not have the necessary roles assigned that include the required authorizations.
  Authorization Object Restrictions: The authorization object associated with the action may have restrictions that the user does not meet.
  Profile Issues: The profile specified may not be correctly assigned to the user or may not contain the necessary permissions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to display the user profile.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include the necessary authorizations for the action being performed.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the authorization object (&3) mentioned in the error message.
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see the last authorization check and identify what is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code PFCG to review the roles and the associated authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the necessary authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the roles using transaction PFCG to include the required authorizations.
  Ensure that the roles are properly assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to refresh their authorization profile.
  Test the action again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult your SAP security team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are used in SAP to control access to various functionalities. Each object can have multiple fields that define the conditions under which access is granted.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this specific error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the SRT_WSP3173 error.