How To Fix CJ247 - No authorization to copy Controlling Areas.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CJ - Project master data and structure

• Message number: 247

• Message text: No authorization to copy Controlling Areas.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CJ247 - No authorization to copy Controlling Areas. ?

  The SAP error message CJ247 "No authorization to copy Controlling Areas" typically occurs when a user attempts to copy or create a controlling area in SAP without having the necessary authorizations. This error is related to the authorization objects that control access to specific functions within the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Lack of Authorization: The user does not have the required authorization to perform the action of copying controlling areas. This is usually due to missing roles or authorizations in their user profile.
  Authorization Object: The specific authorization object that governs this action is K_CCA (Controlling Area: Authorization for Controlling Area).
  User Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions to access the controlling area functions.
  
  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 User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 to display the user profile and check the roles assigned to the user.
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for copying controlling areas.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, you may need to modify the existing roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Use transaction code PFCG to manage roles and authorizations. Add the K_CCA authorization object with the appropriate values (e.g., activity type, controlling area).
  
  
  
  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 to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Attempt the action again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects in SAP, especially those related to Controlling (CO) and Financial Accounting (FI).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and the specific functions related to controlling areas.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display authorization check
  SU01: User maintenance
  PFCG: Role maintenance
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CJ247 error and successfully copy controlling areas in SAP.