/IAM/CONFIG102 - Authorization check problem with authorization object &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IAM/CONFIG -

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Authorization check problem with authorization object &1

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

AnswerBot

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IAM/CONFIG102 - Authorization check problem with authorization object &1 ?

  The SAP error message /IAM/CONFIG102 Authorization check problem with authorization object &1 typically indicates that a user is attempting to perform an action that requires specific authorizations, but they do not have the necessary permissions associated with the specified authorization object.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations for the specified authorization object.
  Role Assignment: The roles assigned to the user do not include the necessary authorizations.
  Profile Issues: The user’s profile may not be correctly configured to include the required authorizations.
  Authorization Object Configuration: The authorization object itself may not be properly configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the authorization check failure. This will show you which authorization object is missing and what values are being checked.
  Review the user’s roles and profiles using transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorization is missing, you may need to add the necessary authorization to the user’s role. This can be done in transaction PFCG:
  
  Open the relevant role.
  Go to the "Authorizations" tab.
  Click on "Change Authorization Data" and add the missing authorization object with the required values.
  
  
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If changes are made to roles or authorizations, ensure that they are transported to the relevant systems (e.g., from development to production).
  
  
  
  Consult Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to modify roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are used in SAP to control access to various transactions and data. Each object has fields that define the specific authorizations required.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on authorization concepts and best practices for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue related to the /IAM/CONFIG102 error message.