How To Fix CMT022 - You do not have authorization to display this data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMT - CM: Message Class in CM Environment

• Message number: 022

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMT022 - You do not have authorization to display this data ?

  The SAP error message CMT022, which states "You do not have authorization to display this data," typically indicates that the user attempting to access certain data or perform a specific action does not have the necessary authorizations assigned to their user profile. This is a common issue in SAP systems where access control is strictly enforced to protect sensitive data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user lacks the necessary authorization object that grants access to the specific data or transaction.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have the appropriate role assigned that includes the required authorizations.
  Data Restrictions: There may be restrictions on the data based on organizational levels, such as company codes, plants, or other criteria.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured, or the roles assigned may not be up to date.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for the data or transaction being accessed.
  Review Authorization Objects: Use transaction SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization objects are missing. This transaction provides a detailed report of the last authorization check.
  Authorization Trace: If needed, enable an authorization trace using transaction ST01 to capture detailed information about authorization checks when the user attempts to access the data.
  Modify Roles: If the necessary authorizations are missing, a security administrator or someone with the appropriate permissions should modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Consult with Security Team: If you are not authorized to make changes, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance in resolving the authorization issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  ST01: System Trace
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that may be required for the specific transaction or data access.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding user roles and authorizations to understand the structure and requirements in your organization.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue related to the CMT022 error message.