How To Fix CPOC223 - You are not authorized to execute signatures

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CPOC - PP-PI-PMA: Process Operator Cockpit Messages

• Message number: 223

• Message text: You are not authorized to execute signatures

What causes this issue?

You do not have the authorization required to execute the current
signature.
The system does not accept the signature.

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?

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Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CPOC223 - You are not authorized to execute signatures ?

  The SAP error message CPOC223, which states "You are not authorized to execute signatures," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action that requires specific authorization related to digital signatures or approval processes within the SAP system. This error is often encountered in contexts where document approvals, workflows, or electronic signatures are involved.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the necessary authorizations assigned in their user profile to execute the required signature action.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or function.
  Profile Issues: The user’s authorization profile may not be correctly configured to allow for signature execution.
  System Configuration: There may be system-wide settings or configurations that restrict certain users from executing signatures.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the necessary authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations for executing signatures.
  Ensure that the role includes the necessary authorization objects related to digital signatures, such as S_USER_AUTH or any specific objects related to the signature process.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security or basis team to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Test the signature execution again to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to the signature process in your specific SAP environment.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding digital signatures and approval workflows to understand the requirements and configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on authorization problems related to signatures.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, further investigation may be required, potentially involving SAP support for more complex authorization issues.