How To Fix CM_EHFND_TM038 - You are not authorized to change the due date of task "&1"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_TM - Messages for Task Management

• Message number: 038

• Message text: You are not authorized to change the due date of task "&1"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_TM038 - You are not authorized to change the due date of task "&1" ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_TM038 indicates that a user is attempting to change the due date of a task but does not have the necessary authorization to perform this action. This is a common issue in SAP systems where user roles and authorizations are strictly managed to ensure data integrity and security.
  
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object to change the due date of the task. This could be due to missing roles or permissions assigned to the user.
  Task Status: The task may be in a status that does not allow changes to the due date. For example, if the task is completed or locked, modifications may not be permitted.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict changes to certain fields based on user roles or task types.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check