ANS-1875 · ROLES, PERMISSIONS & SECURITY
How to Identify Missing NetSuite Permissions for Specific Actions?
Discover a straightforward method to pinpoint the exact NetSuite permission required to perform a specific action, streamlining role configuration and access management.
Short answer
To identify a missing NetSuite permission, create a bare-bones role with no permissions. Perform the desired action as an Administrator and copy the URL. Then, switch to the bare-bones role and paste the URL. NetSuite will display an error message detailing the specific permission required, simplifying troubleshooting and role customization.
Scenario
NetSuite administrators often encounter situations where users are unable to perform a specific action, indicating a missing permission. Identifying the precise permission responsible can be challenging, especially when dealing with complex roles or custom functionalities. This method provides a reliable way to diagnose and resolve such access issues efficiently.
Solution
To identify the specific permission required for an action, follow these steps:
Create a new role and do not grant it any permissions (a bare-bone role).
Using an Administrator role, accomplish the action required and copy the URL from the browser.
Change to the bare-bone role created in step 1.
Copy and paste the URL acquired during step 2 into the browser while logged in with the bare-bone role.
This process will result in an error message that explicitly states the missing permission required to perform the action.
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