How To Fix EHSBM_EHS_GENERAL201 - You are not authorized to lock objects in application &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHSBM_EHS_GENERAL - Cross-Development-Class Messages

• Message number: 201

• Message text: You are not authorized to lock objects in application &1

What causes this issue?

System Response

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?

If you require authorization, contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the following authorizations:
Authorization object: C_EHS_BLK
Activity: 05 (Lock)
Authorization field EHS: Application

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHSBM_EHS_GENERAL201 - You are not authorized to lock objects in application &1 ?

  The SAP error message EHSBM_EHS_GENERAL201 indicates that a user is attempting to lock objects in a specific application but does not have the necessary authorization to do so. This error is commonly encountered in the context of SAP EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety) management.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform locking operations on the specified application object.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code PFCG to review the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for locking objects in the specified application.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorizations:
  
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the existing roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations. This may involve adding specific authorization objects related to locking operations.
  
  
  
  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. They can help identify the missing authorizations and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  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 Objects: In SAP, authorization objects control access to various functions. For locking objects, you may need to look for authorization objects related to EHS or general object locking.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User maintenance
  SU53: Display authorization check
  PFCG: Role maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the error message EHSBM_EHS_GENERAL201.