How To Fix VMC_ADMIN051 - You are not authorized to display the content of this object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMC_ADMIN - messages for VMC Administration and Monitoring

• Message number: 051

• Message text: You are not authorized to display the content of this object

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VMC_ADMIN051 - You are not authorized to display the content of this object ?

  The SAP error message VMC_ADMIN051 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to display the content of a specific object in the SAP system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Virtual Machine Container (VMC) or when accessing certain administrative functions.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorizations assigned to the user. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Roles: The user may not have been assigned the necessary roles that grant access to the specific object or transaction.
  Authorization Object Restrictions: The authorization objects related to the specific transaction or object may not include the required permissions for the user.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured to allow access to the required data or functions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VMC_ADMIN051 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID that is encountering the error.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include the necessary authorizations for the object in question.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after encountering the error to analyze the authorization check. This transaction shows the last authorization check and can help identify which specific authorization object is missing.
  If you identify a missing authorization object, you may need to adjust the user's roles or create a new role that includes the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to modify user roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the details of the error and the context in which it occurred.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Ensure that any changes made to user roles or authorizations are documented for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects are used to control access to various functions and data. Each object can have multiple fields that define the specific permissions required.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), and SU53 (Authorization Check) for managing user authorizations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the specific error message or authorization objects involved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the VMC_ADMIN051 error.