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

SAP Term: authorization object

• Component: BC-SEC-USR

• Component Name: User Administration

• Description: An element of the authorization concept. Authorization objects allow users to define complex authorizations. An authorization object comprises up to 10 authorization fields which are checked in an AND link. It is used to check whether a user is allowed to perform a certain action. To complete the authorization check successfully, the user must pass the check for every field contained in the object. Authorization objects are organized into authorization classes.

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• Key Concepts: 
  An authorization object is a component of the SAP security system that defines the access rights of a user. It is used to control which transactions, reports, and other functions a user can access. In the BC-SEC-USR User Administration component, authorization objects are used to define the roles and responsibilities of users. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Authorization objects are used to define the access rights of users in the BC-SEC-USR User Administration component. The authorization objects are created by assigning specific roles and responsibilities to users. These roles and responsibilities are then used to determine which transactions, reports, and other functions a user can access. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating authorization objects, it is important to ensure that only those users who need access to certain transactions, reports, or other functions are given access. This will help ensure that only authorized users have access to sensitive data or functions. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on authorization objects and how they are used in the BC-SEC-USR User Administration component, please refer to the SAP Security Guide.