How To Fix CMM_TRM_DEND055 - You don't have authorization to change the snapshot definition for &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMM_TRM_DEND - CMM TRM EoD processing alignment

• Message number: 055

• Message text: You don't have authorization to change the snapshot definition for &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMM_TRM_DEND055 - You don't have authorization to change the snapshot definition for &1 ?

  The SAP error message CMM_TRM_DEND055 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to change the snapshot definition for a specific object (denoted by &1). This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Change Management or Transport Management systems, where users may need specific permissions to modify configurations or definitions.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorizations assigned to the user trying to perform the action. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The user may not have the required authorization objects assigned to their user profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for changing snapshot definitions.
  Profile Restrictions: The user’s profile may have restrictions that prevent them from making changes to certain objects.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization checks failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorizations are missing.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Profiles:
  
  Go to transaction PFCG to review the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for changing snapshot definitions.
  If the roles do not have the required authorizations, you may need to modify the roles or create a new role that includes the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Add Required Authorization Objects:
  
  The specific authorization objects that may be relevant include:
  
  S_CTS_ADMI (for transport management)
  S_CTS_SNAP (for snapshot management)
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles or authorizations, 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 authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new permissions take effect. Then, attempt to perform the action again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or updates related to this error message. Sometimes, SAP provides specific notes that address common authorization issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Change Management and Transport Management for more details on required authorizations.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the necessary processes and understand the importance of having the correct authorizations for their roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the CMM_TRM_DEND055 error message.