How To Fix /STMC/CR_MSG197 - Error while checking S_TMC_TN authorization; missing privileges &1/&2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STMC/CR_MSG -

• Message number: 197

• Message text: Error while checking S_TMC_TN authorization; missing privileges &1/&2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG197 - Error while checking S_TMC_TN authorization; missing privileges &1/&2 ?

  The SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG197 indicates that there is an issue with authorization related to the S_TMC_TN object. This error typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action that requires specific authorizations, but those authorizations are missing or insufficient.
  Cause:
  The error message specifically states that the user lacks the necessary privileges for the specified authorization object. The placeholders &1 and &2 in the error message usually represent the specific authorization fields that are missing or not properly assigned to the user.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Missing Authorizations:
  
  Check the error message for the specific authorization fields indicated by &1 and &2. This will give you insight into what is missing.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID that is encountering the error.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and see if they include the necessary authorizations for the S_TMC_TN object.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to add the appropriate roles that contain the necessary authorizations.
  Alternatively, you can create a custom role that includes the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction SU53:
  
  After encountering the error, you can use transaction SU53 to display the last authorization check. This will provide detailed information about which authorizations were checked and which ones failed.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to modify roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. They can help you analyze the authorization issues and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects are used to control access to various transactions and data. The S_TMC_TN object is specifically related to transaction management and may have specific fields that need to be populated for access.
  Role Maintenance: Use transaction PFCG to manage roles and authorizations in SAP. This is where you can create or modify roles and assign authorization objects.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user authorizations and roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue related to the /STMC/CR_MSG197 error message.