How To Fix VCH_L2A_WORKBENCH026 - Missing authorization for displaying application log

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VCH_L2A_WORKBENCH - VCH Transition Workbench Message Class

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Missing authorization for displaying application log

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VCH_L2A_WORKBENCH026 - Missing authorization for displaying application log ?

  The SAP error message VCH_L2A_WORKBENCH026 indicates that a user is missing the necessary authorization to display the application log. This typically occurs when a user attempts to access logs related to application processes but does not have the required permissions.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by insufficient authorization in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user lacks the necessary authorization object that allows them to view application logs. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user does not have the required authorization object (e.g., S_LOG_AUTH) assigned to their user profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user do not include the necessary permissions to access the application log.
  Profile Issues: The user’s profile may not be correctly configured to include the necessary authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include the necessary authorizations for viewing application logs.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorization is missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Use transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance) to add the required authorization objects to the role.
  
  
  
  Add Authorization Object:
  
  Ensure that the authorization object S_LOG_AUTH is included in the role with the appropriate activity (e.g., display).
  You may also need to check for other related authorization objects depending on the specific application log being accessed.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, have the user log out and log back in to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make these changes, consult your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects related to application logs, such as S_LOG_AUTH.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on authorization management and best practices for role configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue and allow the user to access the application log without encountering the error message.