How To Fix UGMD355 - Authorization object '&1' does not exist in your profile

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UGMD - FIN Master Data: Messages

• Message number: 355

• Message text: Authorization object '&1' does not exist in your profile

What causes this issue?

<DS:GLOS.3526B181AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>Authorization object</> &V1&
does not exist in your profile.

System Response

Processing terminated

How to fix this error?

Maintain authorization object &V1& in the
<DS:GLOS.3526B156AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>Profile Generator</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UGMD355 - Authorization object '&1' does not exist in your profile ?

  The SAP error message UGMD355 indicates that the authorization object specified (represented by &1) does not exist in the user's profile. This typically means that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to perform a certain action or access specific data within the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The authorization object that is required for the transaction or action is not included in the user's authorization profile.
  Profile Not Updated: The user's profile may not have been updated to include the new authorization objects that are required after a system upgrade or changes in business processes.
  Role Assignment Issues: The user may not be assigned the correct roles that contain the necessary authorizations.
  Transport Issues: If the authorization objects were recently created or modified, they may not have been transported correctly to the user's environment.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user. You can do this using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and checking the "Roles" tab.
  Review Authorization Objects: Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization checks failed. This will provide insight into what is missing.
  Update Authorization Profiles: If the authorization object is indeed missing, you may need to update the user's authorization profile. This can be done by:
  
  Modifying existing roles to include the required authorization object.
  Creating a new role that includes the necessary authorizations and assigning it to the user.
  
  
  Transport Authorization Changes: If the authorization object was recently created or modified, ensure that the changes have been transported to the relevant system.
  Consult with Security Team: If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, contact your SAP security team or administrator to resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are used in SAP to control access to various transactions and data. Each object can have multiple fields that define the specific access rights.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance (to manage roles and authorization profiles)
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user authorizations and roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the UGMD355 error message.