How To Fix CPOC2209 - Application is not authorized to perform user change

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CPOC2 - PP-PI-PMA: PI Sheet Messages, SCM Add-On

• Message number: 209

• Message text: Application is not authorized to perform user change

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CPOC2209 - Application is not authorized to perform user change ?

  The SAP error message CPOC2209, which states "Application is not authorized to perform user change," typically occurs when a user attempts to make changes to user data or settings in the SAP system but lacks the necessary authorizations to do so. This can happen in various contexts, such as when trying to change user roles, profiles, or other user-related settings.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization objects assigned to their user profile to perform user changes.
  Role Restrictions: The roles assigned to the user may not include permissions for user management or specific actions related to user changes.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the system may restrict user changes based on specific criteria or settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the authorization check. This will show which authorization object failed.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Assign Required Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, work with your SAP security team to assign the appropriate roles that include user management permissions (e.g., S_USER_AUTH, S_USER_PRO, etc.).
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Check the specific authorization objects related to user management. Common objects include:
  
  S_USER_AGR: Authorization for user assignments to roles.
  S_USER_PRO: Authorization for user profile changes.
  S_USER_AUTH: Authorization for user authorizations.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security administrator or team for assistance.
  
  
  
  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:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and user management.
  Security Best Practices: Ensure that user roles are regularly reviewed and updated to maintain security and compliance within the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CPOC2209 error and enable the user to perform the necessary changes.