How To Fix STC012 - No authority to execute task lists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STC - Error Messages

• Message number: 012

• Message text: No authority to execute task lists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STC012 - No authority to execute task lists ?

  The SAP error message STC012 ("No authority to execute task lists") typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a task list (such as a background job or a process chain) without having the necessary authorizations. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when a user tries to run a standard task list or a custom one that requires specific permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations to execute the task list. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in their user profile.
  Task List Configuration: The task list may have been configured to restrict execution to certain users or roles.
  Profile Issues: The user’s profile may not be correctly assigned or may not include the necessary authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check for missing authorizations. This will show you what authorizations were checked and which ones failed.
  Review the user’s roles and profiles in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) to ensure they have the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Assign Required Roles:
  
  If the user is missing the necessary roles, you may need to assign them the appropriate roles that include the required authorizations for executing task lists. This can be done by an administrator.
  
  
  
  Review Task List Settings:
  
  Check the configuration of the task list in transaction STC01 (Task List Management) to see if there are any restrictions on who can execute it. Ensure that the user is included in the allowed user list if such a restriction exists.
  
  
  
  Authorization Object:
  
  The relevant authorization object for executing task lists is S_BTCH_ADM. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions for this object.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP security team or basis team to review the authorization setup and make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Authorization Check
  STC01: Task List Management
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  S_BTCH_ADM: Authorizations for background processing
  S_USER_AUTH: General user authorizations
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on authorization management and task list execution.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the STC012 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.