How To Fix UMR004 - You are not authorized for risk '&'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UMR - Risk

• Message number: 004

• Message text: You are not authorized for risk '&'

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UMR004 - You are not authorized for risk '&' ?

  The SAP error message UMR004, which states "You are not authorized for risk '&'," typically occurs in the context of SAP GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) when a user attempts to access a risk that they do not have the necessary authorizations for. This can happen in various modules, such as Access Control or Process Control, where risk management is involved.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization objects assigned to their user profile to access the specified risk.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions to view or manage the specific risk.
  Risk Definition: The risk in question may not be properly defined or may be restricted to certain user groups or roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Review the roles assigned to the user in the SAP system. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for the risk in question.
  Authorization Objects: Identify the relevant authorization objects related to risk management (e.g., S_RFC, S_USER_AUTH) and ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations.
  Role Adjustment: If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to adjust their roles or create a new role that includes the required permissions.
  Consult Security Team: If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  Testing: After making changes, test the user’s access to ensure that the error message no longer appears.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP GRC Documentation: Refer to the official SAP GRC documentation for detailed information on authorization concepts and risk management.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SU01 (User Maintenance) to check user roles and SUIM (User Information System) to analyze authorizations.
  Audit Logs: Check audit logs for any changes made to user roles or authorizations that might have led to this issue.
  Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to request access to specific risks and understand the authorization process within your organization.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UMR004 error and ensure that users have the appropriate access to the risks they need to manage.