How To Fix EAML217 - You are not authorized to display attribute values for network &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EAML -

• Message number: 217

• Message text: You are not authorized to display attribute values for network &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EAML217 - You are not authorized to display attribute values for network &1 ?

  The SAP error message EAML217, which states "You are not authorized to display attribute values for network &1," typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to view certain attribute values associated with a network in the SAP system. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP Project System (PS) or SAP Asset Management (EAM).
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The primary cause of this error is that the user lacks the required authorization object to view the attribute values for the specified network.
  Role Configuration: The user's role may not include the necessary permissions to access the specific data related to the network.
  Network Status: The network might be in a status that restricts access to certain users.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to analyze the authorization check. This will show you which authorization object is missing.
  Review the authorization objects related to the Project System or Asset Management, such as C_PROJ or C_EAM.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user's roles to include the required authorizations. This can be done using transaction code PFCG.
  Ensure that the role assigned to the user includes the necessary authorizations for the relevant network activities.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the details of the error and the network in question.
  
  
  
  Check Network Status:
  
  Verify the status of the network. If the network is in a status that restricts access, you may need to change its status or consult with the project manager.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for Project System and Asset Management. Common objects include:
  
  C_PROJ (Project Management)
  C_EAM (Enterprise Asset Management)
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display authorization check
  PFCG: Role maintenance
  CJ20N: Project Builder (to check network details)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and troubleshooting authorization issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EAML217 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.