How To Fix EAMS_BO251 - You are not authorized to create measurement documents for this object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EAMS_BO - Business Object Layer

• Message number: 251

• Message text: You are not authorized to create measurement documents for this object

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EAMS_BO251 - You are not authorized to create measurement documents for this object ?

  The SAP error message EAMS_BO251, which states "You are not authorized to create measurement documents for this object," typically occurs when a user attempts to create measurement documents (such as measurement readings or entries) for an object (like a piece of equipment or a functional location) but lacks the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization to create measurement documents for the specified object. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in the user's profile.
  Object Status: The object for which the measurement document is being created may be in a status that does not allow for measurement entries.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict certain users from creating measurement documents.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check for authorization failures. This will show you which authorization object is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction code PFCG. Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include permissions for creating measurement documents.
  
  
  
  Adjust Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, work with your SAP security team to adjust the roles or create a new role that includes the required permissions for creating measurement documents.
  
  
  
  Review Object Status:
  
  Check the status of the object (e.g., equipment or functional location) to ensure it is not in a status that prevents measurement document creation. You can do this using transaction codes like IE03 (Display Equipment) or IL03 (Display Functional Location).
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review any settings that might restrict measurement document creation based on user roles or object types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, have the user attempt to create the measurement document again to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to measurement documents include I_MESG (Measurement Document) and I_EAM (Enterprise Asset Management).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  IE01: Create Equipment
  IE02: Change Equipment
  IE03: Display Equipment
  IL01: Create Functional Location
  IL02: Change Functional Location
  IL03: Display Functional Location
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to measurement documents and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the EAMS_BO251 error message.