How To Fix CRM_ERMS_CAT_CA104 - You are not authorized to run this report

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_ERMS_CAT_CA - Messages for ERMS Categorization Object/Database Layer

• Message number: 104

• Message text: You are not authorized to run this report

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_ERMS_CAT_CA104 - You are not authorized to run this report ?

  The SAP error message CRM_ERMS_CAT_CA104 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to run a specific report in the SAP CRM system. This is a common issue that can arise due to insufficient user roles or permissions assigned to the user profile.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization objects assigned to their user profile to execute the report.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or report.
  Missing Authorization Objects: The authorization objects related to the report may not be included in the user's roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include the necessary permissions for the report in question.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the authorization objects required for the report. This can often be found in the documentation for the report or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after receiving the error to see which authorization checks failed. This will provide insight into what is missing.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the roles using transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance) to include the required authorization objects.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator to request the necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new permissions take effect.
  Test the report again to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to CRM reports may include CRM_ORDER, CRM_UI, or specific objects related to the report being executed.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance on authorization problems.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific report to understand the required authorizations and any dependencies.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with SAP support or your internal IT team for further investigation.