How To Fix BUPA_HIERARCHY039 - You are not authorized to create a hierarchy tree

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BUPA_HIERARCHY - BP Group Hierarchy

• Message number: 039

• Message text: You are not authorized to create a hierarchy tree

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BUPA_HIERARCHY039 - You are not authorized to create a hierarchy tree ?

  The SAP error message BUPA_HIERARCHY039 indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to create a hierarchy tree in the Business Partner (BP) module. This error typically arises when a user attempts to perform an action that requires specific permissions that they do not possess.
  Cause:
  
  Lack of Authorization: The user’s role does not include the necessary authorizations to create or modify hierarchy trees in the Business Partner module.
  Missing Authorization Objects: The required authorization objects related to Business Partner hierarchy management are not assigned to the user’s profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not be configured correctly to include the necessary permissions for hierarchy management.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in the SAP system. This can be done by navigating to the user management transaction (e.g., SU01) and checking the roles assigned to the user.
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects: Identify the relevant authorization objects for Business Partner hierarchy management. Common authorization objects include:
  
  B_BUPA_GRP (Business Partner Group)
  B_BUPA_HIER (Business Partner Hierarchy)
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  
  
  Modify Roles: If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the existing roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations. This typically requires access to transaction PFCG (Profile Generator).
  
  
  Consult with Security Team: If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help assess and adjust the user’s authorizations as needed.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Then, attempt to create the hierarchy tree again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Business Partner hierarchy management for more detailed information on the required authorizations and processes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  BP (Business Partner)
  PFCG (Role Maintenance)
  SU01 (User Maintenance)
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the BUPA_HIERARCHY039 error message.