How To Fix SYCM_APS003 - No authorization to call the function module '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SYCM_APS - Custom Code Management App texts

• Message number: 003

• Message text: No authorization to call the function module '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SYCM_APS003 - No authorization to call the function module '&1' ?

  The SAP error message SYCM_APS003 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to call a specific function module, which is represented by the placeholder &1 in the error message. This typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a transaction or program that requires access to a function module for which they lack the appropriate permissions.
  Cause
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of authorization in the user's role or profile. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user does not have the required authorization object that grants access to the function module.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned the correct role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Changes in Authorization: Recent changes in the authorization roles or profiles may have inadvertently removed access to the function module.
  Function Module Restrictions: The function module may have specific restrictions based on the user's organizational unit or other criteria.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the SYCM_APS003 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Function Module: Check the error message to identify the specific function module that the user is trying to access. The name of the function module will be displayed in place of &1.
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see the authorization check results. This transaction shows which authorizations were checked and which ones failed.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to view the user's profile and roles.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the relevant authorization objects associated with the function module. You can find this information in the function module documentation or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  Common authorization objects include S_FUNC (for function modules) or other specific objects related to the module's functionality.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Use transaction PFCG to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  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 program again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  Consult Security Team: If you are not authorized to make changes to roles or if you are unsure about the required authorizations, consult your SAP security team for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with common authorization objects related to function modules and transactions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific function module to understand its authorization requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the SYCM_APS003 error effectively.