How To Fix ST602 - User & has no authorization for term maintenance

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ST - Terminology Database

• Message number: 602

• Message text: User & has no authorization for term maintenance

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ST602 - User & has no authorization for term maintenance ?

  The SAP error message ST602 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to perform term maintenance in the SAP system. This typically occurs when a user tries to access or modify terminology or terms in the SAP system but lacks the required permissions.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by insufficient authorization for the user attempting to perform term maintenance. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Roles: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for term maintenance.
  Authorization Object Restrictions: The authorization objects related to term maintenance may not be properly configured for the user.
  Profile Issues: The user’s profile may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or function they are trying to access.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ST602 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the user has roles that include authorization for term maintenance.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Common authorization objects related to term maintenance include S_TCODE (Transaction Codes) and S_USER_AUTH (User Authorizations).
  
  
  
  Assign Missing Authorizations:
  
  If you identify missing authorizations, you may need to assign the appropriate roles or modify existing roles to include the necessary authorizations.
  This may require the assistance of a security administrator or someone with the necessary permissions to modify user roles.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the term maintenance functionality again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to user roles or authorizations for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ST03N (Workload Analysis) and SUIM (User Information System) for monitoring user authorizations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to authorization errors and term maintenance.
  Security Best Practices: Ensure that user roles are regularly reviewed and updated to maintain security and compliance within the SAP system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.