How To Fix CM_CSI_ADMIN201 - You are not authorized to &1 for profile &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_CSI_ADMIN -

• Message number: 201

• Message text: You are not authorized to &1 for profile &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_CSI_ADMIN201 - You are not authorized to &1 for profile &2 ?

  The SAP error message CM_CSI_ADMIN201, which states "You are not authorized to &1 for profile &2," typically indicates that a user is attempting to perform an action for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. This error is related to the authorization checks in the SAP system, particularly in the context of managing profiles or roles.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization object or permissions to perform the action specified by &1 (e.g., create, change, delete) on the profile specified by &2.
  Profile Configuration: The profile may be configured in such a way that it restricts access to certain users or roles.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization object is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Ensure that the role includes the relevant authorization objects for the action being attempted.
  
  
  
  Profile Management:
  
  If you are an administrator, check the configuration of the profile in question. Ensure that it is set up correctly and that the necessary authorizations are granted to the appropriate user groups or roles.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or profiles, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to the specific actions and profiles in question.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for detailed information on authorization management and troubleshooting authorization issues.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SUIM: User Information System (to analyze user roles and authorizations)
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.