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How To Fix T2508 - Unknown security with ID number &


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: T2 - General Treasury

  • Message number: 508

  • Message text: Unknown security with ID number &

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  • What causes this issue?

    The security does not exist in the SAP R/3 System under the name you
    have entered.

    How to fix this error?

    Maintain master data for the security for which you require price
    information. Do not forget to enter the required exchanges as well as
    the quotation currency for unit-quoted securities. Also ensure that the
    datafeed translation table in Customizing contains the relevant and
    correct entries.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message T2508 - Unknown security with ID number & ?

    The SAP error message T2508, which states "Unknown security with ID number &," typically indicates that the system is unable to find a security object or authorization profile associated with the specified ID number. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to access a transaction, report, or other functionalities that require specific authorizations.

    Causes:

    1. Missing Authorization Object: The security ID referenced may not exist in the system, or it may have been deleted or not properly configured.
    2. Incorrect ID Number: The ID number provided may be incorrect or mistyped.
    3. Transport Issues: If the security object was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
    4. User Role Issues: The user may not have the necessary roles assigned that include the required authorization objects.
    5. System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the authorization concept in the SAP system.

    Solutions:

    1. Verify ID Number: Double-check the ID number for any typos or errors. Ensure that you are using the correct ID.
    2. Check Authorization Objects: Use transaction code SU21 to check if the authorization object exists. If it does not, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup.
    3. Review User Roles: Use transaction code SU01 to check the user’s roles and ensure that the necessary roles containing the required authorizations are assigned to the user.
    4. Transport Check: If the security object was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported. You can use transaction code STMS to review transport requests.
    5. Consult Security Team: If you are not an administrator, consult your SAP security team or basis team to investigate the issue further. They can check the system logs and authorization settings.
    6. Debugging: If you have access, you can debug the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify where the authorization check is failing.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes:
      • SU01: User Maintenance
      • SU21: Maintain Authorization Objects
      • PFCG: Role Maintenance
      • STMS: Transport Management System
    • SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for T2508 in the SAP Support Portal.
    • Documentation: Review SAP documentation on authorization management to understand how security objects and roles are structured.

    If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to escalate the problem to SAP support for further assistance.

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