How To Fix SUID01666 - Action not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SUID01 - Identity Management

• Message number: 666

• Message text: Action not permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SUID01666 - Action not permitted ?

  The SAP error message SUID01666, which states "Action not permitted," typically occurs in the context of user authorizations and permissions within the SAP system. This error indicates that the user does not have the necessary permissions to perform a specific action or transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user attempting to perform the action does not have the required authorizations assigned to their user profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for the action they are trying to execute.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may be restricted based on user roles or organizational policies.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured, leading to missing authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the authorization check. This will show which authorization object failed.
  Review the authorization logs to identify missing authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Use transaction code PFCG to check the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the necessary roles are included and that they contain the required authorizations.
  If roles need to be modified, ensure that the changes are transported to the relevant systems if applicable.
  
  
  
  Request Additional Authorizations:
  
  If the user requires additional permissions, they should contact their SAP security administrator or the relevant team to request the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Test the action again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or internal guidelines for specific authorization requirements related to the transaction or action being performed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that may be associated with the action being performed.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve SAP support or a technical consultant to further investigate the issue.