How To Fix DPR_SHARED042 - You do not have authorization to copy &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_SHARED - Development Projects: Messages for Shared Objects

• Message number: 042

• Message text: You do not have authorization to copy &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_SHARED042 - You do not have authorization to copy &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message DPR_SHARED042 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to copy a specific object, which is identified by the placeholders &1 and &2 in the message. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Project Management or SAP Portfolio and Project Management (PPM) when a user attempts to copy a project or a related object.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorizations in the user's role or profile. The specific authorizations required can vary depending on the object being copied and the configuration of the SAP system. Common reasons include:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The user may not have the necessary authorization objects assigned to their user profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the permissions needed for copying projects or related objects.
  Object-Specific Restrictions: There may be specific restrictions on the object type that the user is trying to copy.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DPR_SHARED042 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to view the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations for copying projects. This may involve checking the roles in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorization objects. Common authorization objects related to project management include:
  
  C_PROJ (Project Management)
  C_PROJ_T (Project Management - Project Type)
  C_PROJ_A (Project Management - Authorization)
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Then, attempt the copy operation again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to authorization management and project management to understand the specific authorizations required for the actions being performed.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PFCG (Role Maintenance), SU01 (User Maintenance), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the DPR_SHARED042 error.