How To Fix /ISDFPS/PM127 - No change authorization for equipment &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/PM -

• Message number: 127

• Message text: No change authorization for equipment &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM127 - No change authorization for equipment &1 ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM127 No change authorization for equipment &1 typically occurs when a user attempts to make changes to an equipment record in the SAP system but does not have the necessary authorization to do so. This is a common issue in systems with strict authorization controls, especially in modules related to Plant Maintenance (PM) or Asset Management.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object to change the equipment. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in their user profile.
  Equipment Status: The equipment might be in a status that does not allow changes (e.g., it could be locked or in a maintenance phase).
  Configuration Settings: The system may have specific configuration settings that restrict changes based on certain criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check which authorization object is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions to change equipment records.
  
  
  
  Request Additional Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, they should contact their SAP security team or administrator to request the required roles or authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Equipment Status:
  
  Check the status of the equipment in question. If it is locked or in a non-editable state, you may need to change its status or unlock it before making changes.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Security Team:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to involve the SAP Basis or security team to investigate further, especially if there are configuration settings that need to be adjusted.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to equipment management include I_S_EQUIP (for equipment) and I_S_EQUIP_ACT (for equipment activities).
  Transaction Codes:
  
  IE02 - Change Equipment
  IE03 - Display Equipment
  SU53 - Display Authorization Check
  PFCG - Role Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and equipment handling in the PM module.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue and successfully make changes to the equipment record.