How To Fix CMS_COMMON104 - You are not authorized to perform the operation: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_COMMON - Message Class for Common Service Functions

• Message number: 104

• Message text: You are not authorized to perform the operation: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_COMMON104 - You are not authorized to perform the operation: &1 ?

  The SAP error message CMS_COMMON104 indicates that a user is not authorized to perform a specific operation in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Content Management System (CMS) or other modules where user permissions are critical for executing certain actions.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the necessary roles or authorizations assigned to perform the requested operation.
  Role Configuration Issues: The roles assigned to the user may not include the required permissions for the specific action.
  Authorization Object Restrictions: The authorization objects related to the operation may not be satisfied by the user's current roles.
  User Status: The user might be locked or inactive, which can also lead to authorization issues.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include the necessary permissions for the operation.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the authorization check that failed. This will provide insights into which specific authorization object is missing.
  If you have access, you can also use transaction PFCG to review and modify roles.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the roles using transaction PFCG. Add the necessary authorization objects to the role and then assign the updated role to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Test the operation again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Concept in SAP: Understanding how authorizations work in SAP is crucial. Authorizations are managed through roles and profiles, which define what actions a user can perform.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and troubleshooting authorization issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CMS_COMMON104 error and implement a solution to resolve it.