How To Fix E7028 - You are not authorized for maintenance plant &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E7 - IS-U master data

• Message number: 028

• Message text: You are not authorized for maintenance plant &1

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to enter a maintenance plant for which you do not
have authorization.

System Response

The entry was not accepted.

How to fix this error?

You probably do not have the authorizations required to complete the
transaction. Contact your system administrator.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E7028 - You are not authorized for maintenance plant &1 ?

  The SAP error message E7028, which states "You are not authorized for maintenance plant &1," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action related to a maintenance plant for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. This error is common in modules related to Plant Maintenance (PM) or Materials Management (MM).
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of authorization for the specific maintenance plant indicated by "&1" in the error message. This can happen due to:
  
  User Role Configuration: The user’s role does not include the necessary authorizations for the specified maintenance plant.
  Authorization Object: The relevant authorization object (e.g., I_MAINT_PLANT) is not properly configured for the user.
  Plant Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the maintenance plant in the organizational structure.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include access to the maintenance plant in question.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Common authorization objects related to maintenance plants include I_MAINT_PLANT and I_MAINT_ACT.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorizations:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations for the maintenance plant.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator or the person responsible for user authorizations in your organization.
  
  
  
  Check Plant Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the user is assigned to the correct organizational units and that the maintenance plant is included in their scope of work.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Management: Understanding how authorizations work in SAP is crucial. Familiarize yourself with the concept of authorization objects, roles, and profiles.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and role management.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.