How To Fix CM_EHSDS_SDS_API001 - You do not have authorization to display configuration data.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHSDS_SDS_API - Messages for Safety Data Sheet API

• Message number: 001

• Message text: You do not have authorization to display configuration data.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHSDS_SDS_API001 - You do not have authorization to display configuration data. ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHSDS_SDS_API001 indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to display configuration data related to Safety Data Sheets (SDS) in the SAP EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety) module. This error typically arises when a user attempts to access certain functionalities or data without the appropriate permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The primary cause of this error is that the user’s role does not include the necessary authorizations to access the configuration data for SDS.
  Missing Authorization Objects: Specific authorization objects related to EHS and SDS may not be assigned to the user’s profile.
  User Role Configuration: The user may not be assigned to the correct role that includes the required permissions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in the SAP system. Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include access to EHS and SDS functionalities.
  Review Authorization Objects: Check the authorization objects related to EHS and SDS. Common authorization objects that may be relevant include:
  
  S_EHS_900 (EHS: General Authorization)
  S_EHS_SDS (EHS: SDS Authorization)
  S_TCODE (Transaction Code Authorization)
  
  
  Modify User Authorizations: If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, a system administrator or security officer should modify the user’s roles or add the required authorizations.
  Testing: After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for EHS and authorization management for detailed information on roles and authorization objects.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SU01 (User Maintenance) to manage user roles and authorizations, and PFCG (Profile Generator) to create or modify roles.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking authorizations, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the CM_EHSDS_SDS_API001 error message.