How To Fix CB615 - You do not have the authorization to display characteristic data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CB - PP-PI-PMA: Dialog Messages for Process Management

• Message number: 615

• Message text: You do not have the authorization to display characteristic data

What causes this issue?

You are not authorized to display characteristic data.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

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Procedure for System Administrators

Check the user authorization in Customizing for <LS>Process Management
</>. The user requires authorization for:
Transaction: ,,<LS>O27C</> Display characteristic
Authorization object:,,<LS>C_CABN</> Characteristics maintenance

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CB615 - You do not have the authorization to display characteristic data ?

  The SAP error message CB615, which states "You do not have the authorization to display characteristic data," typically indicates that the user attempting to access certain characteristic data in the SAP system lacks the necessary authorizations. This can occur in various contexts, such as when working with classification data, material master data, or other areas where characteristics are defined.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object to view the characteristic data. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations assigned to the user profile.
  Profile Restrictions: The user's profile may be restricted from accessing specific transactions or data related to characteristics.
  Data Security Settings: The system may have specific security settings that limit access to certain data based on user roles or organizational units.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, a security administrator or someone with the appropriate permissions should modify the user's roles to include the required authorization objects.
  Common authorization objects related to characteristics include:
  
  C_TCL0 (Authorization for Class Management)
  C_TCL1 (Authorization for Characteristics)
  C_TCL2 (Authorization for Class Types)
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After changes are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt to access the characteristic data again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance on authorization problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to authorization management and characteristic data to understand the implications of the changes being made.
  Training: Consider training for users on how to manage their authorizations and understand the security model within SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CB615 error and allow the user to access the necessary characteristic data.