How To Fix CPCL_VERS186 - No authorization to read version &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CPCL_VERS - Task List Version

• Message number: 186

• Message text: No authorization to read version &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CPCL_VERS186 - No authorization to read version &1 ?

  The SAP error message CPCL_VERS186 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to read a specific version of a document or object in the SAP system. This typically occurs in the context of version management, where different versions of documents or objects are maintained.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by a lack of authorization in the user's role or profile to access the specified version. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user’s role may not include the necessary authorization object that allows access to the version management functionality.
  Incorrect Version Assignment: The version being accessed may not be assigned to the user or the user may not have the necessary permissions for that specific version.
  Profile Issues: The user’s profile may not be correctly configured to allow access to the required data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and check the roles assigned to the user experiencing the error.
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include access to the version management functionalities.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the authorization check. This will show you which authorization object is missing.
  Common authorization objects related to version management include S_DATA, S_TABU_DIS, and others depending on the specific context.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If you identify missing authorizations, you may need to modify the user’s roles using transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Add the necessary authorization objects and values to the role.
  
  
  
  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 request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the functionality again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Authorization Check Analysis
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to version management in your specific SAP environment.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the CPCL_VERS186 error.