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Message type: E = Error
Message class: ST - Terminology Database
Message number: 104
Message text: No authorization for this action
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ST104
- No authorization for this action ?The SAP error message ST104, which states "No authorization for this action," typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary permissions to perform a specific action or access certain data within the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to execute a transaction, access a report, or perform administrative tasks.
Causes:
- Missing Authorization Roles: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate authorization roles that grant access to the required transaction or action.
- Authorization Object Restrictions: Even if a user has a role, specific authorization objects within that role may not grant the necessary permissions for the action.
- Profile Issues: The user’s profile may not be correctly configured, or there may be issues with the profile assignment.
- Changes in Authorization: Recent changes in the authorization roles or profiles may have inadvertently removed necessary permissions.
- User Status: The user account may be locked or inactive, preventing any actions from being performed.
Solutions:
- Check User Roles: Verify that the user has the correct roles assigned. This can be done by using transaction code
SU01
to view the user’s profile and roles.- Review Authorization Objects: Use transaction code
SU53
immediately after receiving the error to analyze the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is lacking.- Consult with Security Team: If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles or profiles, contact your SAP security or basis team to request the required authorizations.
- Adjust Authorizations: If you have the necessary permissions, you can adjust the user’s roles or modify the authorization objects to include the required permissions.
- Testing: After making changes, test the action again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
Related Information:
SU01
: User MaintenanceSU53
: Display Authorization CheckPFCG
: Role MaintenanceSU53
for immediate feedback on authorization checks.By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the ST104 error and implement a solution to resolve it.
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