How To Fix WAF010 - You are not authorized to display data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WAF - Wireless Application Framework

• Message number: 010

• Message text: You are not authorized to display data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WAF010 - You are not authorized to display data ?

  The SAP error message WAF010, which states "You are not authorized to display data," typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to access the data or transaction they are trying to view. This can occur in various SAP modules, particularly in the context of workflows, reports, or data displays.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user role assigned to the individual does not include the necessary authorizations for the specific transaction or data object.
  Authorization Objects: The relevant authorization objects that control access to the data may not be properly configured or assigned to the user.
  User Role Issues: The user may not be assigned to the correct role that includes the necessary permissions.
  Data Restrictions: There may be restrictions on the data itself, such as company codes, plants, or other organizational units that the user is not authorized to access.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that grant access to the required data.
  Review Authorization Objects: Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization objects are missing. This will provide insight into what specific permissions are lacking.
  Modify Roles: If the user is missing the necessary authorizations, a security administrator or someone with the appropriate permissions should modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Testing: After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Test the transaction again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or internal guidelines for specific authorization requirements related to the transaction or data being accessed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to data display include S_USER_AUTH, S_TCODE, and others specific to the module in use.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to authorization errors.
  Security Team: If you are not an administrator, contact your SAP security team for assistance in resolving authorization issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the WAF010 error message in SAP.