How To Fix /TMF/TOM_API011 - You don't have authorization to perform this action. Check long text.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /TMF/TOM_API -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: You don't have authorization to perform this action. Check long text.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /TMF/TOM_API011 - You don't have authorization to perform this action. Check long text. ?

  The SAP error message /TMF/TOM_API011 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to perform a specific action within the SAP system. This error is typically related to the Transactional Object Management (TOM) framework in SAP, which is used for managing transactional objects.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user attempting to perform the action does not have the required authorizations assigned in their user profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or action.
  Authorization Objects: The relevant authorization objects that control access to the action may not be included in the user's roles.
  System Configuration: There may be system-level configurations that restrict access to certain actions based on user roles or profiles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the authorization check. This will show which authorization object failed and why.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  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.
  Ensure that the relevant authorization objects are included in the role.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Review Long Text:
  
  The error message suggests checking the long text for more details. You can do this by navigating to the message in the SAP system and reviewing any additional information provided.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, test the action again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the specific authorization objects related to the action you are trying to perform. This can often be found in the documentation or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on authorization issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the TOM framework and authorization management for further insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the authorization error and implement a solution to resolve it.