How To Fix CM_EHFND_AUTH_CHECK003 - You are not authorized to modify this object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_AUTH_CHECK -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: You are not authorized to modify this object

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_AUTH_CHECK003 - You are not authorized to modify this object ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_AUTH_CHECK003 indicates that a user is attempting to modify an object for which they do not have the necessary authorization. This is a common issue in SAP systems where authorization checks are in place to ensure that users can only perform actions that they are permitted to do.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization roles or permissions to modify the specific object.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the correct role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Object-Specific Restrictions: There may be specific restrictions on the object that prevent modification, even if the user has general permissions.
  Authorization Profile Issues: The authorization profiles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for the action being attempted.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to view the user’s roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations for modifying the object in question.
  If the user is missing a role, you may need to assign the correct role using transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Profiles:
  
  If the user has the correct roles but still encounters the error, check the authorization profiles associated with those roles to ensure they include the necessary permissions for the object.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to roles or profiles, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the details of the error and the context in which it occurred.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Then, test the action again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the specific authorization objects related to the action being performed. This can often be found in the documentation or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization checks or the error message in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the CM_EHFND_AUTH_CHECK003 error.