How To Fix CNACL_MSG_CL019 - You do not have ACL authorization for WBS &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNACL_MSG_CL - Message class for ACL FOR PS

• Message number: 019

• Message text: You do not have ACL authorization for WBS &

What causes this issue?

You do not have ADMIN ACL rights over this object.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNACL_MSG_CL019 - You do not have ACL authorization for WBS & ?

  The SAP error message CNACL_MSG_CL019 indicates that a user does not have the necessary Authorization Control List (ACL) authorization for a specific Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element. This error typically arises in the context of project management within SAP, particularly when users attempt to access or modify WBS elements for which they lack the required permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the appropriate authorization assigned in their user profile to access or modify the specified WBS element.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific WBS element or project.
  WBS Element Status: The WBS element may be locked or restricted due to its status, which could also lead to authorization issues.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to analyze the authorization check. This will show which authorization object failed.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction code SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations for the WBS element.
  Ensure that the role includes the relevant authorization objects, such as C_NLAG (for project management) and C_PROJ (for project-related authorizations).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Check WBS Element Status:
  
  Verify the status of the WBS element to ensure it is not locked or restricted. You can do this by checking the WBS element in the project structure.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new permissions take effect.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects related to project management in SAP, such as C_PROJ, C_NLAG, and others that may pertain to WBS elements.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and ACLs.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User maintenance
  PFCG: Role maintenance
  SU53: Display authorization check
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CNACL_MSG_CL019 error and ensure that the user has the necessary access to the WBS element in question.