How To Fix T8218 - Security &1 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: T8 - Analysis system evaluations

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Security &1 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message T8218 - Security &1 not found ?

  The SAP error message T8218, which states "Security &1 not found," typically indicates that there is a missing or incorrectly configured security object in the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to access a transaction, report, or other functionalities that require specific authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The authorization object referenced by &1 is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Role Assignment: The user does not have the necessary roles assigned that include the required authorization object.
  Transport Issues: If the authorization object was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  Custom Development: If the error is related to custom development, the security object may not have been created or properly configured.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction code SU21 to check if the authorization object exists in the system.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or ensure it is properly defined.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user’s roles and authorizations.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned that include the required authorization object.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that the authorization object was successfully transported.
  If necessary, re-transport the object or manually create it in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes, consult with your SAP security team to review and assign the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access, you can use transaction SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This can provide more insight into what is missing.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU21: Maintain Authorization Objects
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on authorization objects and role management.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the T8218 error and implement a solution to resolve it.