SAP Security: Commonly Used Authorization Objects and How They Work Together

Authorization objects are fundamental building blocks in SAP Security that control access to various functions and data within the system. When used together, these authorization objects help enforce access controls and ensure that only authorized users can perform specific actions.

Commonly Used Authorization Objects

1. S_OBJECT: This authorization object defines which objects a user can access, such as transactions, reports, and data records.
2. S_USER_AUTH: This object specifies the authorizations a user has, such as create, read, update, delete permissions.
3. S_TCODE: This object controls access to specific transaction codes within SAP, allowing or restricting a user's ability to execute certain transactions.
4. S_PROF_GEN: This object assigns a specific user profile to a user, determining their overall system access based on the roles assigned to that profile.

Working Together to Enforce Access Controls

These authorization objects work together in a hierarchical manner to enforce access controls within SAP. For example, the S_OBJECT authorization object defines the overall access to objects, while the S_USER_AUTH object specifies the specific permissions a user has for those objects. The S_TCODE authorization object further restricts or allows access to certain transactions, and the S_PROF_GEN object assigns a user profile that determines the overall access level based on assigned roles.

By combining these authorization objects and defining appropriate authorization checks, SAP Security administrators can effectively control access to sensitive data and functions, reducing the risk of unauthorized actions within the system.