How To Fix TP556 - & not saved: Authorization missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TP - Transport Control

• Message number: 556

• Message text: & not saved: Authorization missing

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TP556 - & not saved: Authorization missing ?

  The SAP error message TP556 typically indicates that a user is attempting to perform an action for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. The specific message "not saved: Authorization missing" suggests that the user lacks the required permissions to save changes or execute a particular transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the necessary roles or authorizations assigned to their user profile to perform the action.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorization objects or fields required for the transaction.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured, or there may be restrictions in place that prevent the action from being completed.
  Transport Requests: If this error occurs during a transport request, it may indicate that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify transport requests.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the missing authorizations. This transaction will show you the last authorization check and what was missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user’s roles in PFCG to include the required authorization objects.
  Ensure that the roles assigned to the user include the necessary authorizations for the specific transaction or action they are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the details of the error and the transaction you were trying to execute.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Test the transaction again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to roles or authorizations for future reference and compliance purposes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that may be required for the transaction in question. Common objects include S_TCODE (Transaction Codes), S_USER_AUTH (User Authorizations), and others specific to the functionality being accessed.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the specific transaction or authorization objects.
  Training: Consider training for users on how to request additional authorizations or how to use the authorization check tools effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the TP556 error in SAP.