How To Fix TB586 - You do not have compare authorization in the logon client (S_TABU_RFC)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TB - SM31 table maintenance messages

• Message number: 586

• Message text: You do not have compare authorization in the logon client (S_TABU_RFC)

What causes this issue?

You do not have the comparison authorization S_TABU_RFC in the logon
client.
The authorization S_TABU_CLI, required in releases up to 4.5A, has been
replaced by a new authorization S_TABU_RFC. This makes it possible to
assign authorization for maintaining and comparing cross-client tables
separately.

How to fix this error?

Consult your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TB586 - You do not have compare authorization in the logon client (S_TABU_RFC) ?

  The SAP error message TB586 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to perform a comparison operation in the specified logon client. This is related to the authorization object S_TABU_RFC, which controls access to table comparisons and related activities in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a user attempts to execute a transaction or report that requires authorization to compare tables or data in the SAP system, but their user profile does not include the necessary permissions. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user lacks the required authorization for the S_TABU_RFC object.
  Client-Specific Authorization: The authorization may be restricted to specific clients, and the user is trying to access a client where they do not have the necessary permissions.
  Role Assignment: The user’s assigned roles do not include the necessary authorizations for the actions they are trying to perform.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the TB586 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Profiles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Ensure that the roles assigned to the user include the necessary authorizations for S_TABU_RFC.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user does not have the required authorization, you may need to modify an existing role or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Add the S_TABU_RFC authorization object to the role with the appropriate activity (e.g., 03 for display, 02 for change).
  
  
  
  Client-Specific Settings:
  
  Ensure that the authorizations are set up correctly for the specific client the user is trying to access. If the authorization is client-specific, it must be granted in that client.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Object S_TABU_RFC: This object is used to control access to table-related functions in SAP, including comparisons and data retrieval.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TB586 error and ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform the required actions in SAP.