How To Fix UM031 - Display auth. only for menu &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UM - User menu maintenance

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Display auth. only for menu &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UM031 - Display auth. only for menu & ?

  The SAP error message UM031, which states "Display auth. only for menu &," typically occurs when a user attempts to access a transaction or menu item for which they do not have the necessary authorization. This message indicates that the user has display-only access to the menu item, meaning they can view it but cannot execute it.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of sufficient authorization in the user's role or profile. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The user may not have the required authorization objects assigned to their role that allow them to execute the transaction.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may be configured to allow only display access to certain transactions or menu items.
  Profile Issues: The user’s profile may not include the necessary permissions for the action they are trying to perform.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UM031 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include the necessary authorizations for the transaction.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance) to review and modify the roles.
  
  
  
  Modify Role:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the role in PFCG to include the required authorization objects.
  Ensure that the role is properly assigned to the user after making changes.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are used in SAP to control access to various transactions and data. Each transaction may require specific authorization objects.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SU01 for user maintenance, PFCG for role maintenance, and SU53 for authorization checks.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UM031 error and provide the user with the necessary access to perform their tasks.