How To Fix CM_EHFND_LOCATION071 - You are not authorized to import a location

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_LOCATION -

• Message number: 071

• Message text: You are not authorized to import a location

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_LOCATION071 - You are not authorized to import a location ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_LOCATION071 indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to import a location in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of managing locations within the SAP system, particularly in applications related to Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) or similar modules.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. The system checks the user's permissions when attempting to perform actions related to location management, and if the user does not have the required authorizations, the error is triggered.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Review the user's assigned roles and authorizations in the SAP system. This can be done by using transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for location management. This may involve checking specific authorization objects related to location import.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the necessary permissions.
  Common authorization objects that may be relevant include:
  
  S_TCODE (Transaction Codes)
  S_USER_AUTH (User Authorizations)
  S_EHFND_LOCATION (Specific to location management)
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help identify the missing authorizations and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new permissions take effect.
  Attempt the location import again to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or updates related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its documentation and may provide additional context or solutions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing user roles and authorizations, such as SU01, PFCG, and SU53 (to analyze authorization failures).
  Support: If the issue persists after checking authorizations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the error message CM_EHFND_LOCATION071.