How To Fix CM_EHFND_LOCATION046 - You are not authorized to create locations

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_LOCATION -

• Message number: 046

• Message text: You are not authorized to create locations

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_LOCATION046 - You are not authorized to create locations ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_LOCATION046, which states "You are not authorized to create locations," typically indicates that the user attempting to create a location in the SAP system does not have the necessary authorizations or permissions to perform this action.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization roles or permissions to create locations in the system.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the correct role that includes the necessary transaction codes or authorization objects related to location management.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict certain users from creating locations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user in the SAP system. This can be done by navigating to the user management area (Transaction code: SU01).
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include permissions for location creation.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Check the relevant authorization objects that control location creation. Common authorization objects include C_SLOCATION (for location management).
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for the actions they are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security or basis team. They can review and adjust the user’s roles and permissions as needed.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Attempt to create the location again to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Ensure that any changes made to user roles or authorizations are documented for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that may address specific authorization issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  PFCG - Role Maintenance
  SU53 - Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization failures)
  
  
  Training: Consider providing training or resources for users who need to create locations to ensure they understand the authorization requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the error message CM_EHFND_LOCATION046.