How To Fix SU2X253 - Required object &1 missing for application &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SU2X - Messages for Authorization Default Value Maintenance

• Message number: 253

• Message text: Required object &1 missing for application &2 &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SU2X253 - Required object &1 missing for application &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message SU2X253 indicates that a required object is missing for a specific application. This error typically arises in the context of authorization management, particularly when dealing with roles, profiles, or other security-related configurations in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error message SU2X253 can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The required authorization object that is needed for the application is not defined or is missing in the system.
  Role Assignment Issues: The user may not have the necessary roles assigned that include the required authorization object.
  Transport Issues: If the authorization objects were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration errors in the authorization profiles or roles that prevent the application from recognizing the required object.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SU2X253 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction code SU21 to check if the required authorization object is defined in the system.
  If it is missing, you may need to create it or ensure it is properly configured.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the roles assigned to the user experiencing the error.
  Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorization objects for the application in question.
  
  
  
  Role Maintenance:
  
  If the required authorization object is missing from the roles, you can add it using transaction code PFCG (Profile Generator).
  After making changes, regenerate the profile and ensure that the user has the updated role assigned.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  If there were issues, you may need to re-transport the missing objects.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific application to understand the required authorization objects and configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the application again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU21: Authorization Object Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Authorization Concept: Familiarize yourself with the SAP authorization concept, including roles, profiles, and authorization objects, to better understand how to manage and troubleshoot authorization issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further assistance.