How To Fix UDM_MSG078 - You are not authorized to transfer to an external application

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UDM_MSG - FSCM-DM: Messages

• Message number: 078

• Message text: You are not authorized to transfer to an external application

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UDM_MSG078 - You are not authorized to transfer to an external application ?

  The SAP error message UDM_MSG078, which states "You are not authorized to transfer to an external application," typically occurs when a user attempts to transfer data or perform an action that requires specific authorizations that they do not possess. This error is often related to the integration of SAP with external applications or systems.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorizations assigned in their user profile to perform the action of transferring data to an external application.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or function module that is being called.
  System Configuration: There may be restrictions in the system configuration that prevent data transfer to external applications.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insights into which specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, a security administrator or someone with the appropriate access should modify the user's roles to include the necessary authorizations for transferring data to external applications.
  Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorization objects related to the specific transaction or function.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or security team to understand the specific authorizations required for the action being performed.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  System Configuration Review:
  
  If the issue persists, review the system configuration settings related to external application integration to ensure there are no additional restrictions in place.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to external application transfers. Common objects may include S_RFC, S_TCODE, or specific application-related objects.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on authorization issues.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the UDM_MSG078 error.