How To Fix I0138 - You do not have authorization for the object of the maintenance item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: I0 - Messages for PM tables

• Message number: 138

• Message text: You do not have authorization for the object of the maintenance item

What causes this issue?

You are trying to process a
<DS:GLOS.3526C331AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>maintenance item</> or a
<DS:GLOS.3528F484E8E6556EE10000009B38F983>maintenance plan</>. However,
you have no authorization for processing or displaying the object (for
example, for the <DS:GLOS.3526C2C7AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>maintenance
plant</>, or for the authorization group of the piece of
<DS:GLOS.3526C2ABAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>equipment</> or
<DS:GLOS.3526C2C1AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>functional location</>), that
is assigned to the maintenance item.

System Response

INCLUDE KEINE-VERARBEITUNG OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message I0138 - You do not have authorization for the object of the maintenance item ?

  The SAP error message I0138, which states "You do not have authorization for the object of the maintenance item," typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify a specific maintenance item in the SAP system. This can occur in various modules, particularly in Plant Maintenance (PM) or other related areas.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user’s role does not include the necessary authorizations for the specific maintenance object (e.g., work orders, notifications, etc.).
  Authorization Object Restrictions: The authorization object related to the maintenance item may have restrictions that prevent the user from accessing it.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly set up, or the user may not be assigned to the appropriate roles that grant access to the required transactions.
  Transaction Codes: The transaction code being used may require additional authorizations that the user does not possess.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in the SAP system. Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include authorizations for the maintenance items they are trying to access.
  Review Authorization Objects: Use transaction code SU53 to check the last authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Modify Authorizations: If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations. This may involve working with your SAP security team.
  Consult with Security Team: If you do not have the necessary access to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security or basis team to request the required access.
  Testing: After changes are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects are used to control access to various functions. Common authorization objects related to maintenance items include:
  
  I_S_MAINT (Maintenance Order)
  I_S_NOTIF (Notification)
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IW31 (Create Order), IW32 (Change Order), IW33 (Display Order), and others that may be relevant to maintenance activities.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal documentation for specific guidelines on user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue related to the SAP error message I0138.