How To Fix EPM004 - You are not authorized to add key figure values

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPM - Messages for Plant Manager Role

• Message number: 004

• Message text: You are not authorized to add key figure values

What causes this issue?

You want to add a new KPI value to a KPI. However, you do not have
sufficient authorization.

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?

Contact your system administrator. You require the authorization for
the authorization object <DS:UO.MAN_PM_KPI>MAN_PM_KPI
</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPM004 - You are not authorized to add key figure values ?

  The SAP error message EPM004, which states "You are not authorized to add key figure values," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) or SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) when a user attempts to input or modify data in a planning model or report but lacks the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required permissions to add or modify key figure values in the planning model or data entry form.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for the specific key figures or planning functions.
  Data Locking: The data might be locked for editing due to a data locking mechanism in place, such as a data entry lock or a version lock.
  Incorrect User Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the correct organizational units or dimensions that allow them to input data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to add or modify key figure values. This may involve checking the authorization objects related to planning and data entry.
  
  
  
  Role Adjustment:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, work with your SAP security team to adjust the roles or create a new role that includes the necessary permissions for the key figures in question.
  
  
  
  Data Locking:
  
  Verify if the data is locked for editing. If it is, you may need to unlock the data or wait until the lock is released.
  Check if there are any active data entry locks or if the version is set to "read-only."
  
  
  
  User Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the user is assigned to the correct organizational units or dimensions that allow them to input data for the relevant key figures.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, have the user log out and log back in to refresh their session and test if they can now add key figure values.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on authorization management and role configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the EPM004 error.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking authorizations and roles, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EPM004 error and enable the user to add key figure values successfully.