How To Fix BUP_RELATIONS173 - Authorization f. BP maint. missing; shared lock f. rel.ship not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BUP_RELATIONS - BPR: Message Class for Relationship Segments

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Authorization f. BP maint. missing; shared lock f. rel.ship not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BUP_RELATIONS173 - Authorization f. BP maint. missing; shared lock f. rel.ship not possible ?

  The SAP error message BUP_RELATIONS173 indicates that there is a missing authorization for maintaining business partner (BP) relationships. This error typically occurs when a user attempts to create or modify relationships between business partners but lacks the necessary authorizations to do so.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user does not have the required authorization object to maintain business partner relationships. This is often related to the authorization object B_BUPA_RLT which controls access to business partner relationships.
  Shared Lock: The error also mentions that a shared lock for the relationship cannot be established, which is likely due to the lack of authorization.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check which authorization is missing. This will provide insight into the specific authorization object that is causing the issue.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to review the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user's roles to include the required authorization for maintaining business partner relationships.
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations for the relevant business partner roles and activities.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the details of the error and the missing authorization information obtained from SU53.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the functionality again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects related to business partner maintenance, such as:
  
  B_BUPA_RLT: Authorization for business partner relationships.
  B_BUPA_GRP: Authorization for business partner groups.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display authorization check.
  SU01: User maintenance.
  PFCG: Role maintenance (to create or modify roles).
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on business partner authorizations and roles.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BUP_RELATIONS173 error and successfully maintain business partner relationships in SAP.