How To Fix CRM_PS_SUPR003 - SuPr: No authority to create/change successor

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_PS_SUPR - PS: Message Class for Successor Processing

• Message number: 003

• Message text: SuPr: No authority to create/change successor

What causes this issue?

The successor transaction (of a social service plan, for example) could
not be created or changed since you do not have the appropriate
authorization for this.

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?

Contact your system administrator.

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 CRM_PS_SUPR003 - SuPr: No authority to create/change successor ?

  The SAP error message CRM_PS_SUPR003 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to create or change a successor in the Project System (PS) module of SAP CRM. This error typically arises when a user attempts to perform actions related to project management, such as creating or modifying successor relationships between tasks or activities, but lacks the required permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the appropriate authorization roles assigned to perform the action of creating or changing successors in the project.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for the specific transaction or object.
  Object-Specific Authorizations: The user may have general access but lacks specific authorizations related to the project or task in question.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in the SAP system. This can be done by using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) to check the user’s profile.
  Review Authorization Objects: Identify the relevant authorization objects that control access to project management functions. Common authorization objects for project management include:
  
  C_PROJECT: Project Management
  C_PROJ_ACT: Project Activities
  C_PROJ_SUC: Successor Relationships
  
  
  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.
  Testing: After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for specific authorization requirements related to project management.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CJ20N: Project Builder
  CJ02: Change Project
  CJ03: Display Project
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to authorization issues in the Project System, as they may provide additional insights or solutions.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the necessary processes and understand the importance of having the correct authorizations for their roles.
  
  If the issue persists after checking and adjusting authorizations, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.