How To Fix UKM_DCD_MSG123 - Workflow user has no authorization for &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UKM_DCD_MSG - Messages for the Documented Credit Decision

• Message number: 123

• Message text: Workflow user has no authorization for &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UKM_DCD_MSG123 - Workflow user has no authorization for &1. ?

  The SAP error message UKM_DCD_MSG123 indicates that a workflow user does not have the necessary authorization for a specific action or object in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Risk Management or Workflow Management modules, particularly when dealing with user roles and permissions.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The user attempting to execute a workflow does not have the required authorizations assigned to their user profile.
  The authorization object related to the workflow process is not properly configured or is missing for the user.
  The user may not be assigned to the correct roles that include the necessary permissions for the workflow.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to display the user profile of the affected user.
  Review the roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include the necessary authorizations for the workflow in question.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the specific authorization object that is causing the issue. This can often be found in the error message or by checking the workflow configuration.
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Roles and Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required permissions.
  Use transaction code PFCG to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the workflow again to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for specific authorization requirements related to the workflow in question.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to the workflow and the specific actions the user is trying to perform.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on authorization problems related to workflows.
  
  
  
  Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking authorizations, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or Security team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the UKM_DCD_MSG123 error.