How To Fix VM004 - Authorization object & incorrect: Please contact SAP

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VM - SD: Credit Limit Check

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Authorization object & incorrect: Please contact SAP

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VM004 - Authorization object & incorrect: Please contact SAP ?

  The SAP error message VM004 typically indicates an authorization issue related to a specific authorization object. This error occurs when a user attempts to perform an action for which they do not have the necessary permissions. The message suggests that the user should contact SAP support or their system administrator for assistance.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations for the action they are trying to perform.
  Incorrect Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned the correct roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  Authorization Object Issues: The specific authorization object referenced in the error message may not be properly configured or may not include the necessary values for the user.
  Profile Issues: The user’s profile may not be updated or may not include the necessary authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for the action being performed.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the specific authorization object mentioned in the error message.
  Use transaction SU53 (Display Authorization Check) immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed.
  Review the configuration of the authorization object in transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance) to ensure it is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Adjust Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to adjust the roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  If you are not an administrator, contact your SAP security team or system administrator to request the necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, 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 issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to user roles or authorizations for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SUIM: User Information System (for reporting on user authorizations)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to authorization issues for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Security Team: If you are not authorized to make changes, work closely with your SAP security team to resolve the issue.
  
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to SAP support for further investigation.