How To Fix CUMTX211 - You are not authorized to give authorization &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CUMTX - Variant Configuration - Master Data Maintenance

• Message number: 211

• Message text: You are not authorized to give authorization &

What causes this issue?

You want to restrict the user group for a table structure or function,
but your user master record does not allow you to assign
authorizations.

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?

Consult your system administrator and get your user master record
changed if appropriate.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CUMTX211 - You are not authorized to give authorization & ?

  The SAP error message CUMTX211, which states "You are not authorized to give authorization," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action that requires higher authorization levels than they possess. This error is often encountered in the context of user role management, where a user tries to assign roles or authorizations to other users without having the necessary permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization to assign roles or authorizations to other users.
  Role Restrictions: The user's role may not include the necessary permissions to manage authorizations.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured to allow for authorization management.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user encountering the error. Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include authorization management capabilities.
  Authorization Object: Check the relevant authorization objects (e.g., S_USER_AUTH, S_USER_PRO) to ensure that the user has the required permissions to manage authorizations.
  Consult with Security Administrator: If you do not have the necessary access to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security administrator or BASIS team to review and adjust your authorizations.
  Transaction SU01: If you have the necessary permissions, you can use transaction SU01 to check and modify user authorizations.
  Audit Logs: Review audit logs to identify any changes made to user roles and authorizations that may have led to this issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Management: Understanding how SAP authorization management works is crucial. Familiarize yourself with the concepts of roles, profiles, and authorization objects.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that address specific authorization issues.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on user management and authorization concepts for a deeper understanding of how to manage user roles and permissions effectively.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to escalate the matter to your SAP support team for further investigation.