How To Fix TWBHS540 - Error in authorization check

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TWBHS - Test Workbench messages

• Message number: 540

• Message text: Error in authorization check

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TWBHS540 - Error in authorization check ?

  The SAP error message TWBHS540, which indicates "Error in authorization check," typically arises when a user attempts to perform an action or access a transaction for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. This can occur in various contexts within SAP, such as when trying to access reports, execute transactions, or perform specific functions.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required roles or authorizations assigned to their user profile.
  Role Configuration Issues: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for the specific transaction or action.
  Authorization Object Restrictions: The authorization objects related to the transaction may have restrictions that the user does not meet.
  Profile Changes: Recent changes to user profiles or roles may have inadvertently removed necessary authorizations.
  Transport Issues: If roles or authorizations were transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies or missing elements.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user’s profile and the roles assigned to them.
  Verify if the necessary roles are assigned that include the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the authorization check failure. This will show which authorization object failed and why.
  Check the specific authorization objects related to the transaction in question.
  
  
  
  Role Maintenance:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, work with your SAP security team to assign the appropriate roles.
  If roles are incorrectly configured, they may need to be adjusted to include the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing in a Development Environment:
  
  If changes are made to roles or authorizations, test them in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to production.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance in resolving the authorization issue.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Ensure that users are aware of the necessary authorizations for their roles and provide training if needed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the specific authorization objects that are relevant to the transactions you are trying to access.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to authorization checks and the specific transaction codes you are using.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the TWBHS540 error and implement a solution to resolve the authorization issue.