How To Fix CM_SDM_API042 - &1 No authorization in Plant &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_SDM_API - Messages of HANA DB 2 ABAP mapping service

• Message number: 042

• Message text: &1 No authorization in Plant &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_SDM_API042 - &1 No authorization in Plant &2 ?

  The SAP error message CM_SDM_API042 indicates that there is a lack of authorization for a specific user in a particular plant. This error typically arises when a user attempts to perform an action or access data related to a plant for which they do not have the necessary permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations assigned in their user profile for the specified plant.
  Role Assignment: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for the operations they are trying to perform.
  Plant-Specific Restrictions: The system may have specific restrictions or configurations that limit access to certain plants based on user roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user’s profile and roles.
  Verify if the user has the necessary authorizations for the specific plant (e.g., authorization objects like C_plant, C_SCMG, etc.).
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles using transaction code PFCG.
  Add the required authorization objects to the user’s role that grants access to the specified plant.
  
  
  
  Authorization Testing:
  
  After making changes, use transaction code SU53 to analyze the authorization check after the error occurs. This will help identify which specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to ensure that the user is granted the appropriate access.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Ensure that users are aware of the authorization requirements for their roles and provide training if necessary.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to plants and related transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or known issues.
  User Groups: Sometimes, users are part of specific user groups that may have restrictions; ensure that the user is in the correct group.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the error message CM_SDM_API042.