The SAP Authorization Concept
Authorization checks allow you to protect any functions or objects you choose within the R/3 System.
The programmer decides which aspects of a function should be checked, and how.
The system administrator creates authorizations, which are assigned to individual users in collections called profiles. Generally speaking, profiles are created using the Profile Generator, although they can also be generated manually.
The following graphic shows the authorization components and explains their relationship. You can display an explanation by clicking on one of the components. Examples in the explanations relate to the
Authorization Check Scenario.
For details about the graphic, see the following explanations:
User Master Records Profiles Authorizations Authorization Objects Fields
For more information, see:
Assigning Authorizations Authorization Checks Authorization Check Scenario