How To Fix CMS020 - No maintenance authorization for cross-client tables

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS - KPro: Content Management Service

• Message number: 020

• Message text: No maintenance authorization for cross-client tables

What causes this issue?

You want to maintain a cross-client table. This means that all changes
affect all other clients in the system. Maintenance of cross-client
tables is protected by the special authorization
<DS:UO.S_TABU_CLI>S_TABU_CLI</>. You do not have this authorization.

System Response

Maintenance access has been denied. You may only read the table.

How to fix this error?

Ask your system administrator whether you may have authorization
S_TABU_CLI. The authorization to change cross-client system data should
be granted with discretion, and only to users who are familiar with the
subject matter.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS020 - No maintenance authorization for cross-client tables ?

  The SAP error message CMS020: No maintenance authorization for cross-client tables typically occurs when a user attempts to access or modify cross-client tables (such as customizing tables) without the necessary authorizations. This error is common in environments where strict authorization checks are enforced to protect sensitive data and configurations.
  Cause:
  
  Lack of Authorization: The user does not have the required authorization to maintain cross-client tables. This is often due to missing roles or authorizations in the user's profile.
  Client-Specific Settings: The system may be configured to restrict access to certain tables based on client settings, and the user is trying to access a table that is not permitted for their client.
  Transport Layer Restrictions: If the user is trying to make changes that affect multiple clients, they may not have the necessary permissions to do so.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions for cross-client table maintenance.
  
  
  
  Assign Required Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, a security administrator should assign the appropriate roles that include authorization for maintaining cross-client tables.
  Common authorizations include S_TABU_CLI (for client-specific table access) and S_TABU_DIS (for table display access).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to change roles, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction SE11 or SE16:
  
  If you need to view data in cross-client tables, you can use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check if you have the necessary display authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check Client Settings:
  
  Ensure that the client settings allow for the required access. Sometimes, specific configurations may restrict access to certain tables.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Cross-Client Tables: These are tables that store data that is relevant across all clients in an SAP system. Examples include customizing tables and certain master data tables.
  Authorization Objects: Understanding the relevant authorization objects (like S_TABU_CLI, S_TABU_DIS, etc.) is crucial for troubleshooting authorization issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for specific scenarios related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CMS020 error and gain the necessary access to maintain cross-client tables in your SAP system.