How To Fix UW003 - Internal error: more than 6 authorization fields in program SAPLCOTB

UW003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UW - CO Authorization Toolbox

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Internal error: more than 6 authorization fields in program SAPLCOTB

What causes this issue?

An error occurred when validating the authorizations.

System Response

The system terminates the processing.

How to fix this error?

Contact the SAP Hotline.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UW003 - Internal error: more than 6 authorization fields in program SAPLCOTB ?

  The SAP error message UW003, which states "Internal error: more than 6 authorization fields in program SAPLCOTB," typically occurs when there is an issue with the authorization checks in the SAP system. This error is related to the authorization concept in SAP, where the system checks user permissions against defined authorization objects.
  
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Object Limit: SAP has a limitation on the number of authorization fields that can be processed in a single authorization check. The error indicates that there are more than six authorization fields being used in the program SAPLCOTB, which exceeds this limit.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in the program that add additional authorization checks, this can lead to exceeding the limit.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of authorization objects or roles may also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Authorization Objects: Check the authorization objects being used in the program SAPLCOTB. Identify if there are any unnecessary fields