How To Fix WUSL355 - You are not authorized to make a generic table scan

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WUSL - Messages for where-used list

• Message number: 355

• Message text: You are not authorized to make a generic table scan

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WUSL355 - You are not authorized to make a generic table scan ?

  The SAP error message WUSL355, which states "You are not authorized to make a generic table scan," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform a generic table scan operation without having the necessary authorizations. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when using transaction codes that involve data retrieval from database tables.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorizations to perform a generic table scan. This is often related to missing authorizations in the relevant authorization objects.
  Role Configuration: The user's role may not include the necessary permissions for accessing certain tables or executing specific transactions.
  System Settings: The system may have specific settings that restrict access to certain data or operations based on user roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insights into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Review the user's roles and profiles in transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If you identify that the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the user's roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Ensure that the role includes the relevant authorization objects, such as S_TABU_DIS (Table Access) or S_TABU_CLI (Client-Specific Table Access), depending on the context of the operation.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new permissions take effect. Then, attempt the operation again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to table scans and data retrieval.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or updates that may address specific issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on user authorizations and security best practices to ensure compliance with your organization's policies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WUSL355 error and enable the user to perform the required operations.