What is authorization field in SAP BC-SEC-USR - User Administration?

SAP Term: authorization field

• Component: BC-SEC-USR

• Component Name: User Administration

• Description: Element of an authorization object. In authorization objects, authorization fields represent values for individual system elements that are subjected to an authorization check in order to check the authorizations of a particular user. An authorization field either represents data, such as a key field in a database table, or activities, such as Read or Create. Activities are specified as abbreviations, which are stored in database table TACT and, for customer-specific abbreviations, TACTZ.

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• Key Concepts: 
  An authorization field is a feature of the SAP BC-SEC-USR User Administration component. It is used to control access to certain areas of the system, such as transactions, reports, and other functions. It is a type of security measure that helps protect the system from unauthorized access. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The authorization field is used to assign specific access rights to users. This can be done by assigning a user to a particular authorization group, which will give them access to certain areas of the system. The authorization field can also be used to restrict access to certain areas of the system, such as transactions or reports. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up an authorization field, it is important to ensure that the correct access rights are assigned to each user. This will help ensure that only authorized users have access to the system and its functions. It is also important to regularly review and update the authorization field in order to ensure that it remains up-to-date and secure. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The SAP BC-SEC-USR User Administration component also includes other features such as user profiles, roles, and profiles. These features can be used in conjunction with the authorization field in order to further control access rights and ensure that only authorized users have access to the system.