How to use OK18 - Maintain Authorization Groups

SAP Transaction Code - Details

• Transaction Code: OK18

  Description: Maintain Authorization Groups

  Release: S/4HANA and ECC 6

• • Program: RKSCUS09

    Screen: 1000

    Authorization Object:

  • Development Package: KKHI

    Package Description: Group Maintenance

    Parent Package: APPL

  • Module/Component: CO

    Description: Controlling

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• SAP Tcode: OK18 - Maintain Authorization Groups

  
  Overview:
  The SAP transaction code OK18 is used to maintain authorization groups in the SAP system. Authorization groups are used to control access to certain objects and functions within the system. This transaction code allows users to create, modify, and delete authorization groups. 
  
  Functionality: 
  OK18 allows users to create authorization groups that can be assigned to users or user roles. These authorization groups can be used to control access to certain objects and functions within the system. The authorization groups can also be used to restrict access to certain transactions or reports. 
  
  Step-by-step How to Use: 
  1. Enter the transaction code OK18 in the command field. 
  2. Select the “Create” button to create a new authorization group. 
  3. Enter a name for the authorization group and select “Save”. 
  4. Select the “Change” button to modify an existing authorization group. 
  5. Select the “Delete” button to delete an existing authorization group. 
  6. Select the “Display” button to view an existing authorization group. 
  7. Select the “Activate” button to activate an existing authorization group. 
  8. Select the “Deactivate” button to deactivate an existing authorization group. 
  9. Select the “Copy” button to copy an existing authorization group. 
  10. Select the “Assign” button to assign an existing authorization group to a user or user role. 
  11. Select the “Unassign” button to unassign an existing authorization group from a user or user role. 
  12. Select the “Save” button when you are finished making changes or creating a new authorization group. 
  
  Other Recommendations: 
  It is important that users understand how authorization groups work before using this transaction code, as it can be difficult to undo any changes made with OK18 if they are not done correctly. It is also important that users have appropriate permissions before using this transaction code, as unauthorized use of OK18 could lead to security issues within the system.