How To Fix TOTP007 - Not authorized: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TOTP - Time Based Onetime Token

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Not authorized: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TOTP007 - Not authorized: &1 ?

  The SAP error message TOTP007, which states "Not authorized: &1," typically indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to perform a specific action or access a particular resource within the SAP system. The "&1" placeholder usually represents the specific object or action that the user is trying to access.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user lacks the required authorizations in their user profile to perform the action or access the object.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  Authorization Object: The specific authorization object related to the action may not be included in the user's roles.
  Profile Issues: There may be issues with the user's profile or the roles assigned to them, such as being inactive or incorrectly configured.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to analyze the authorization check. This will show you which authorization failed.
  Review the authorization logs to identify the missing authorizations.
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the user has the correct roles assigned. You can check this using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and reviewing the roles assigned to the user.
  If necessary, assign the appropriate roles that include the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user needs additional authorizations, you may need to modify existing roles or create new ones. This can be done using transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Ensure that the necessary authorization objects are included in the roles.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help identify and resolve authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Test the action again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the specific authorization objects related to the transaction or action the user is trying to perform. This can help in understanding what permissions are required.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the TOTP007 error message. SAP frequently updates its documentation and may provide specific guidance for certain scenarios.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding user roles and authorizations to better understand how to manage user access effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the TOTP007 error and implement a solution to resolve it.