How To Fix CM_EHFND_LOCATION072 - You are not authorized to change location attributes

CM_EHFND_LOCATION072 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_LOCATION -

• Message number: 072

• Message text: You are not authorized to change location attributes

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_LOCATION072 - You are not authorized to change location attributes ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_LOCATION072, which states "You are not authorized to change location attributes," typically indicates that the user attempting to perform an action does not have the necessary authorizations to modify the attributes of a location in the SAP system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization roles or permissions to change location attributes. This can happen if the user’s role does not include the necessary authorization objects related to location management.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not be properly configured to allow changes to location attributes.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations in the system that restrict certain users from making changes to location attributes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user who is encountering the error. This can be done by navigating to the user management area in SAP (Transaction code: SU01).
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include permissions