How To Fix EPM045 - User &1 does not have authorization to display KPI &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPM - Messages for Plant Manager Role

• Message number: 045

• Message text: User &1 does not have authorization to display KPI &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPM045 - User &1 does not have authorization to display KPI &2 ?

  The SAP error message EPM045 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to display a specific Key Performance Indicator (KPI). This is a common issue in SAP environments where user roles and authorizations are strictly managed to ensure data security and integrity.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user lacks the required authorization object that grants access to the specific KPI.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned the correct role that includes the necessary permissions to view the KPI.
  KPI Configuration: The KPI may be configured in such a way that it restricts access based on certain criteria, and the user does not meet those criteria.
  User Profile Issues: There may be issues with the user profile or the user may not be properly set up in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EPM045 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Assign Necessary Roles:
  
  If the user does not have the required role, assign the appropriate role that includes the necessary authorizations for the KPI.
  Ensure that the role is properly configured to include the relevant authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Modify Role Authorizations:
  
  If the role is assigned but lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the role using transaction PFCG to include the required authorization objects for the KPI.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to address the issue.
  
  
  
  KPI Configuration Review:
  
  If the KPI has specific access restrictions, review its configuration to ensure that the user meets any criteria required for access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects are used to control access to various functionalities. Common authorization objects related to KPIs may include S_TCODE, S_USER_AUTH, or specific objects related to the EPM (Enterprise Performance Management) module.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  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 related to the EPM045 error message.