How To Fix SWWW004 - User &2 is not authorized to start the report &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWWW - Messages for Web reporting

• Message number: 004

• Message text: User &2 is not authorized to start the report &1.

What causes this issue?

An attempt was made to start a report for which the current user has no
authorization.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

In the R/3 System the user requires the authorization to call the
relevant report. This authorization can be given by the system
administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWWW004 - User &2 is not authorized to start the report &1. ?

  The SAP error message SWWW004 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to start a specific report. This is a common issue in SAP systems where user roles and authorizations are strictly managed to ensure security and compliance.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user lacks the required authorization object that is necessary to execute the report.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate role that includes the necessary permissions for the report.
  Authorization Profile: The authorization profile assigned to the user does not include the necessary authorizations for the report.
  Report-Specific Restrictions: Some reports may have specific restrictions based on user roles or organizational units.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SWWW004 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 and enter the user ID to check the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include access to the report.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user does not have the required roles, you may need to assign the appropriate role that includes the necessary authorizations. This can be done using transaction code PFCG.
  If the role exists but does not have the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the role to include the required authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the specific authorization objects required for the report. This information can often be found in the documentation for the report or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles or authorizations, you may need to contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to report execution include S_PROGRAM, S_TCODE, and others depending on the specific report.
  Documentation: Always refer to the SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the SWWW004 error.