/CUM/MSG116 - You are not authorized to use transaction &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CUM/MSG -

• Message number: 116

• Message text: You are not authorized to use transaction &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CUM/MSG116 - You are not authorized to use transaction & ?

  The SAP error message /CUM/MSG116 indicates that a user is not authorized to execute a specific transaction. This is a common issue in SAP systems, and it typically arises due to missing authorizations in the user's role or profile.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user does not have the necessary authorization object assigned to their user profile to execute the specified transaction.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have the correct roles assigned that include the required authorizations for the transaction.
  Transaction Code Restrictions: The transaction code may be restricted for certain user groups or roles.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be updated or may not include the necessary authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Enter the user ID and click on the "Roles" tab to see the roles assigned to the user.
  Verify if the required role that includes the transaction is assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after receiving the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will show which authorization object is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SUIM (User Information System) to analyze user authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required role is not assigned, you may need to assign it using transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  If the role is assigned but does not include the necessary authorization, you may need to modify the role to include the required authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are used in SAP to control access to various transactions and functions. Each transaction may require specific authorization objects.
  Transaction Codes: Each transaction in SAP is identified by a unique transaction code (T-code). Ensure that the user has access to the specific T-code they are trying to execute.
  User Profiles: User profiles in SAP define what a user can do within the system. Profiles can be assigned to users to grant them specific authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the /CUM/MSG116 error message.