How To Fix /STMC/CR_MSG469 - Error while checking usage mode (&1/&2); &3 user authority (&4) required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STMC/CR_MSG -

• Message number: 469

• Message text: Error while checking usage mode (&1/&2); &3 user authority (&4) required

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG469 - Error while checking usage mode (&1/&2); &3 user authority (&4) required ?

  The SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG469 indicates that there is an issue with user authorization when trying to check the usage mode for a specific transaction or function. The message typically includes placeholders that represent the following:
  
  &1: The first part of the usage mode (e.g., a specific transaction or function).
  &2: The second part of the usage mode (e.g., a specific context or area).
  &3: The type of user authority required (e.g., a specific role or permission).
  &4: The actual user authority that the user currently has.
  
  Cause
  The error occurs when a user attempts to perform an action that requires a specific authorization that they do not possess. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Roles: The user does not have the necessary roles assigned to their user profile.
  Authorization Objects: The user lacks the required authorizations defined in the relevant authorization objects.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured to include the necessary permissions.
  
  Solution
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that the necessary roles that include the required authorizations are assigned.
  
  
  
  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.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SUIM (User Information System) to analyze user authorizations and roles.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required roles are missing, you may need to assign them to the user. This can be done by a user administrator or someone with the necessary permissions.
  If the roles are present but do not include the required authorizations, you may need to modify the roles using transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance) to add the necessary authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the transaction or function again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Authorization Concept: Understanding how SAP handles authorizations is crucial. Familiarize yourself with the concepts of roles, profiles, and authorization objects.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on specific authorization objects related to the transaction or function you are trying to access.
  Security Audit: If you are frequently encountering authorization issues, consider conducting a security audit to ensure that user roles and authorizations are appropriately assigned and managed.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP security team or SAP support for further assistance.