How To Fix CRM_BUPA_BOL056 - You are not authorized to create a relationship of type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_BUPA_BOL -

• Message number: 056

• Message text: You are not authorized to create a relationship of type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_BUPA_BOL056 - You are not authorized to create a relationship of type &1 ?

  The SAP error message CRM_BUPA_BOL056, which states "You are not authorized to create a relationship of type &1," typically occurs in the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) module when a user attempts to create a relationship between business partners (BPs) but lacks the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization to create the specific type of relationship indicated by &1. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in the user's profile.
  Configuration Settings: The relationship type may have specific settings that restrict who can create it, based on organizational policies or system configurations.
  Business Partner Status: The status of the business partners involved may also affect the ability to create relationships. For example, if one of the business partners is marked as inactive, it may prevent the creation of new relationships.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check for authorization failures. This will show you which authorization object is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG to ensure that the necessary permissions for creating relationships of the specified type are included.
  
  
  
  Adjust Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, work with your SAP security team to adjust the roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations for the relationship type in question.
  
  
  
  Review Relationship Type Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the relationship type in the customizing settings (transaction SPRO). Ensure that the relationship type is set up correctly and that there are no restrictions that would prevent the user from creating it.
  
  
  
  Check Business Partner Status:
  
  Verify the status of the business partners involved in the relationship. If one of them is inactive or has restrictions, you may need to update their status or resolve any issues before creating the relationship.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the relationship type and any associated authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to business partner relationships include B_BUPA_RLT (Business Partner: Relationship) and B_BUPA_AUTH (Business Partner: Authorization).
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53 - Display Authorization Check
  PFCG - Role Maintenance
  SPRO - Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.