How To Fix COM_PRODUCT_WB_UI022 - You are not authorized to change objects of this object type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PRODUCT_WB_UI - Product Maintenance

• Message number: 022

• Message text: You are not authorized to change objects of this object type

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

The object is displayed only.

How to fix this error?

Ask your system administrator to give you the necessary authorization.

Procedure for System Administrators

The authorization object for products is COM_PRD.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_WB_UI022 - You are not authorized to change objects of this object type ?

  The SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_WB_UI022 indicates that a user is attempting to change an object type for which they do not have the necessary authorization. This typically occurs in the context of working with product data in SAP, particularly in the SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) modules.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization to modify the specific object type (e.g., product, material, etc.) in the system.
  Role Configuration: The user's role may not include the necessary permissions for the actions they are trying to perform.
  Object Type Restrictions: Certain object types may have restrictions based on the configuration of the system or the specific business processes in place.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to review the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can adjust the user's roles to include the required authorizations. This may involve adding a new role or modifying an existing one.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator or the person responsible for user management in your organization.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Security Team:
  
  If you are unsure about which authorizations are needed, consult with your SAP security team or a functional consultant who can help identify the necessary roles and authorizations based on the business requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Then, attempt the action again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to product-related transactions. Common authorization objects include C_COM_PRODUCT for product management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. Sometimes, specific patches or updates may address authorization issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to user roles and authorizations to better understand how to manage and configure them effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the error message COM_PRODUCT_WB_UI022.