How To Fix VC2OD_BO034 - Maintenance authorization &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VC2OD_BO - Message Class for Object Dependency BO

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Maintenance authorization &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VC2OD_BO034 - Maintenance authorization &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message VC2OD_BO034, which states "Maintenance authorization &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP Variant Configuration (VC) when a user attempts to access or modify a configuration profile or object for which they do not have the necessary authorization.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user does not have the required authorization to access or maintain the specific configuration object or profile.
  Authorization Object Not Defined: The authorization object related to the maintenance of the configuration is not defined in the system.
  User Role Issues: The user’s role may not include the necessary permissions to perform the action on the configuration object.
  Profile Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the correct profile that includes the necessary authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations for the configuration object.
  Ensure that the authorization object C_VC_AU (for Variant Configuration) is included in the user’s role.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the action again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for Variant Configuration, such as C_VC_AU, which controls access to configuration maintenance.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. Sometimes, specific patches or updates may address authorization issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Variant Configuration and authorization management to better understand how to manage and troubleshoot authorization issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.