How To Fix EPM054 - Missing authorization to change key figure &1 (category &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPM - Messages for Plant Manager Role

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Missing authorization to change key figure &1 (category &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPM054 - Missing authorization to change key figure &1 (category &2) ?

  The SAP error message EPM054 indicates that a user is attempting to change a key figure in a planning application but lacks the necessary authorization to perform that action. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) or SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) when users try to modify data in a planning model or application.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations to change the specified key figure. This could be due to missing roles or permissions assigned to the user in the SAP system.
  Key Figure Settings: The key figure may be set to a status that does not allow changes (e.g., it might be locked for input or restricted based on certain conditions).
  Data Locking: The data might be locked by another user or process, preventing changes to the key figure.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to change the specified key figure.
  You may need to work with your SAP security team to assign the appropriate roles or authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Key Figure Settings:
  
  Check the configuration of the key figure in the planning model. Ensure that it is set to allow changes and is not locked for input.
  If the key figure is part of a planning sequence or process, ensure that the sequence allows for changes to that key figure.
  
  
  
  Data Locking:
  
  Investigate if the data is locked by another user or process. You can check the locking table in SAP to see if there are any active locks on the data.
  If necessary, coordinate with the user who has locked the data to resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for specific details on authorizations related to planning and key figures. This can provide insights into the required roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to authorizations or key figure settings, test the changes by attempting to modify the key figure again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SU01 (User Maintenance) to check user roles or PFCG (Role Maintenance) to modify roles.
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with relevant authorization objects that control access to planning functions, such as S_BPC_XXX (where XXX represents specific planning-related authorizations).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide updates related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.