How To Fix CPOC2250 - You are not authorized to lock objects

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 250

• Message text: You are not authorized to lock objects

What causes this issue?

You are not authorized to lock or unlock
<DS:GLOS.3526C50FAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>process instructions</> and
<DS:GLOS.50BEB46A3AABFC42856FF26F393DA411>process steps</> in the PI
sheet.

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?

INCLUDE 'NA_BER' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CPOC2250 - You are not authorized to lock objects ?

  The SAP error message CPOC2250, which states "You are not authorized to lock objects," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action that requires locking certain objects in the SAP system, but their user profile does not have the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization to lock the objects they are trying to access. This can happen if the user’s role does not include the necessary permissions.
  Missing Authorization Objects: The specific authorization objects related to locking (like S_LOCK) may not be assigned to the user’s role.
  Profile Restrictions: The user’s profile may have restrictions that prevent them from locking certain objects.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Review the roles assigned to the user in transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  Authorization Object S_LOCK: Ensure that the user has the authorization object S_LOCK with the appropriate activity (like 01 for lock) and the relevant object types.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization is missing.
  Consult with Security Team: If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary changes.
  Testing: After adjustments are made, have the user log out and back in, or refresh their session to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Management: Understanding how authorizations work in SAP is crucial. Familiarize yourself with the concepts of roles, profiles, and authorization objects.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to user authorization include:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization objects and how to manage them.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CPOC2250 error and ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to lock objects in the SAP system.