How To Fix CC053 - You are not authorized for this reference

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CC - ECM: Messages

• Message number: 053

• Message text: You are not authorized for this reference

What causes this issue?

You want to create a change master. As an aid to entry, you refer to a
change master which already exists. This reference has an authorization
group which is not included in your user profile.

How to fix this error?

Consult your system manager responsible for allocating authorizations:
the entries in your user profile may need to be change.
If your user profile is not to be changed, inform your system manager
for engineering change management.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CC053 - You are not authorized for this reference ?

  The SAP error message CC053, which states "You are not authorized for this reference," typically occurs when a user attempts to access or perform an action on a reference (such as a cost center, internal order, or other master data) for which they do not have the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object assigned to their user profile for the specific reference they are trying to access.
  Missing Roles: The user may not have the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations for the transaction or object.
  Reference Not Assigned: The reference in question may not be assigned to the user's organizational unit or may be restricted based on company codes or other criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which authorization object is missing.
  Review the authorization logs to identify the specific authorization object that is causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Use transaction code PFCG to review the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for the reference in question.
  If the user is missing the required roles, work with your SAP security team to assign the appropriate roles.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorizations:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the authorization profiles to include the missing authorizations.
  Ensure that the authorization objects related to the reference (e.g., cost center, internal order) are included in the user's profile.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance. Provide them with the details of the error and the reference you were trying to access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After changes are made, 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 related to cost centers include K_CCACTVT (Activity in Cost Center Accounting) and K_CCACTVT (Cost Center).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), SU53 (Display Authorization Check), and PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user authorizations and roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the CC053 error message.