How To Fix BB128 - You are not authorized to maintain the coding block

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BB - Coding Block

• Message number: 128

• Message text: You are not authorized to maintain the coding block

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BB128 - You are not authorized to maintain the coding block ?

  The SAP error message BB128, which states "You are not authorized to maintain the coding block," typically occurs when a user attempts to access or modify a coding block in the SAP system without having the necessary authorizations. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with cost centers, internal orders, or other financial objects.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The primary cause of this error is that the user does not have the required authorization roles or permissions to maintain the coding block.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary transactions or object authorizations related to coding blocks.
  User Profile: The user profile may not be set up correctly to allow access to the specific coding block.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check for missing authorizations. This transaction will show you the last authorization check and help identify what is lacking.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code PFCG to review the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for maintaining coding blocks.
  If the user does not have the appropriate role, you may need to assign a role that includes the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify Role Authorizations:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the existing roles to include the required authorizations for coding block maintenance.
  Ensure that the authorization objects related to coding blocks (e.g., K_CCACTVT, K_CCACTVT, etc.) are included in the role.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security or basis team. They can help you identify the missing authorizations and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Then, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to coding blocks. Common objects include:
  
  K_CCACTVT: Activity authorization for cost centers.
  K_CCACTVT: Activity authorization for internal orders.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to coding blocks include:
  
  KS01: Create Cost Center
  KS02: Change Cost Center
  KO01: Create Internal Order
  KO02: Change Internal Order
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BB128 error and gain the necessary access to maintain the coding block in SAP.