How To Fix XMS_MONI028 - No authorization for configuring message indexing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XMS_MONI - Messages for Monitoring

• Message number: 028

• Message text: No authorization for configuring message indexing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XMS_MONI028 - No authorization for configuring message indexing ?

  The SAP error message XMS_MONI028 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to configure message indexing in the SAP system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's messaging and monitoring functionalities, particularly when dealing with the SAP Process Integration (PI) or SAP Process Orchestration (PO) environments.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by a lack of appropriate authorizations assigned to the user trying to perform the configuration. This can happen if:
  
  The user role does not include the necessary permissions for message indexing.
  The user is not assigned to the correct authorization group.
  The authorization objects related to message indexing are not properly configured.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user encountering the error. You can do this by using transaction code SU01 to display the user profile.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  The relevant authorization objects for message indexing typically include:
  
  S_XMB_AUTH - for message processing authorization.
  S_XMB_INDEX - for indexing authorization.
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  
  
  
  Assign Missing Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Use transaction code PFCG to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to ensure that the user is granted the appropriate access.
  
  
  
  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.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or updates regarding this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to message indexing and authorization management to understand the specific requirements and best practices.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  PFCG - Role Maintenance
  SU53 - Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the XMS_MONI028 error and ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to configure message indexing in SAP.