How To Fix CU031 - Maintenance authorization & does not allow assignments to this object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CU - Variants / configuration messages

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Maintenance authorization & does not allow assignments to this object

What causes this issue?

You want to allocate object dependencies to this object. However, the
maintenance authorization for these object dependencies is &v1&. This
maintenance authorization does not contain the object you have
selected.

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?

Select an object which is included in the maintenance authorization for
these object dependencies or change the object dependencies.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CU031 - Maintenance authorization & does not allow assignments to this object ?

  The SAP error message CU031, which states "Maintenance authorization & does not allow assignments to this object," typically occurs when a user attempts to make changes or assignments to a particular object (like a characteristic, class, or other master data) without having the necessary authorization.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization to perform the action on the specified object. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in the user's profile.
  Object Locking: The object might be locked for maintenance by another user or process, preventing changes.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the system may restrict access to specific objects based on user roles or profiles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization failure details.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions for the object in question.
  
  
  
  Request Additional Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, they should contact their SAP security administrator to request the required roles or authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check Object Locking:
  
  Verify if the object is locked by another user. You can use transaction SM12 to check for locks and release them if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings for the object allow the intended changes. This may involve checking settings in the relevant customizing transactions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the object and the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Check the specific authorization objects related to the action being performed. Common authorization objects for maintenance tasks include S_TCODE, S_AUTHORITY, and others specific to the module in use.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to authorization errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CU031 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.