How To Fix ST090 - No authorization for path &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ST - Terminology Database

• Message number: 090

• Message text: No authorization for path &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ST090 - No authorization for path & ?

  The SAP error message ST090 "No authorization for path &" typically indicates that a user is trying to access a specific path or transaction in the SAP system for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. This can occur in various contexts, such as when accessing certain reports, transactions, or data within the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization objects assigned to their user profile to access the specified path.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations.
  Authorization Profile Issues: There may be issues with the authorization profiles that are assigned to the user.
  Path Restrictions: The specific path or transaction may have restrictions based on user roles or profiles.
  
  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 object is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to view the user’s authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Profiles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction PFCG. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for the path in question.
  If the user needs access to a specific transaction or report, ensure that the role containing that access is assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the existing roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  After making changes, ensure to perform a role transport if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to specific transactions or data.
  SAP Security Best Practices: Ensure that roles are designed following best practices to minimize the risk of unauthorized access while providing necessary access to users.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the ST090 error and implement a solution to grant the necessary authorizations to the user.