How To Fix BS_PERIOD071 - You are not authorized to start the SAP Calendar transaction

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BS_PERIOD - BS Period Toolset - Message Class

• Message number: 071

• Message text: You are not authorized to start the SAP Calendar transaction

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BS_PERIOD071 - You are not authorized to start the SAP Calendar transaction ?

  The SAP error message BS_PERIOD071 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to start the SAP Calendar transaction. This typically occurs when a user attempts to access a transaction or function for which they lack the appropriate permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object assigned to their user profile. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations that are necessary to access the SAP Calendar.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary transaction codes or authorization objects related to the SAP Calendar.
  Profile Changes: Changes in user roles or profiles may have inadvertently removed access to the SAP Calendar.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after receiving the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID. Check the roles assigned to the user.
  Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for the SAP Calendar transaction.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the roles using transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Add the necessary authorization objects related to the SAP Calendar (e.g., S_TCODE for transaction codes).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Test the transaction again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects that may be relevant include S_TCODE (Transaction Code) and S_USER_AUTH (User Authorization).
  Transaction Codes: The specific transaction code for the SAP Calendar may vary based on your SAP version and configuration. Commonly used transaction codes include SCAL (SAP Calendar).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BS_PERIOD071 error and gain access to the SAP Calendar transaction.