How To Fix SRT_WSP3180 - Not authorized to perform '&1' for system settings '&2' [Auth.Obj. &3]

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 180

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_WSP3180 - Not authorized to perform '&1' for system settings '&2' [Auth.Obj. &3] ?

  The SAP error message SRT_WSP3180 indicates that a user is not authorized to perform a specific action related to system settings in the context of SAP Web Services. This error typically arises in scenarios involving service-oriented architecture (SOA) or when working with web services in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when a user attempts to execute an operation for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. The placeholders in the message represent:
  
  &1: The action being attempted (e.g., create, change, delete).
  &2: The specific system settings or configuration being accessed.
  &3: The authorization object that governs access to the action.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to perform the action. Here are the steps to troubleshoot and fix the issue:
  
  
  Identify the User: Determine which user is encountering the error.
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see the authorization check failure. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to view the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the authorization object mentioned in the error message (&3).
  Check the roles assigned to the user and see if they include the necessary authorizations for the action (&1) on the system settings (&2).
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Use transaction PFCG to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user's authorizations, have the user attempt the action again to verify that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the specific authorizations required, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP security team for guidance on the relevant authorization objects.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are used in SAP to control access to various functions and data. Each object can have multiple fields that define the specific access rights.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  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_WSP3180 error.