How To Fix CONOBJ003 - You are not authorized to maintain control objects

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CONOBJ - Control Objects for Background Processing

• Message number: 003

• Message text: You are not authorized to maintain control objects

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CONOBJ003 - You are not authorized to maintain control objects ?

  The SAP error message CONOBJ003 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to maintain control objects in the SAP system. This typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) or project systems (PS) where users are trying to create, change, or delete control objects such as cost centers, internal orders, or projects.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by insufficient authorization in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user lacks the necessary authorization objects that allow them to perform actions related to control objects. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The user’s role does not include the required authorization objects for maintaining control objects.
  Role Assignment Issues: The user may not have been assigned the correct roles that include the necessary permissions.
  Profile Issues: The user’s profile may not be updated or may not include the necessary authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CONOBJ003 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user. This can be done by navigating to the user management transaction (e.g., SU01) and checking the roles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the specific authorization objects required for maintaining control objects. Common authorization objects related to controlling include:
  
  CTCEV (for controlling area)
  C_CCACT (for cost center accounting)
  CORDR (for internal orders)
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the existing roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations. This can be done using transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making changes to the roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Test the functionality to confirm that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to assist in resolving the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to authorization issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CONOBJ003 error and ensure that the user has the appropriate access to maintain control objects in SAP.