How To Fix KPEP003 - No authorization to change status

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KPEP - & & & &

• Message number: 003

• Message text: No authorization to change status

What causes this issue?

You do not have authorization to change the status.

System Response

Further processing is not possible.

How to fix this error?

If necessary, contact your system administrator to change your
authorization. For authorization object B_SMAN_WPL, you require the f
ollowing value:
ACTVT (Activity) A3.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KPEP003 - No authorization to change status ?

  The SAP error message KPEP003, which states "No authorization to change status," typically occurs when a user attempts to change the status of a document or object in SAP but lacks the necessary authorizations to perform that action. This can happen in various modules, such as Controlling (CO) or Project System (PS), where status changes are common.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object or role assigned to their user profile to change the status of the document or object.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or action they are trying to perform.
  Object-Specific Restrictions: Certain objects may have specific restrictions based on organizational policies or configurations that limit who can change their status.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user's roles to include the required authorization objects. This may involve adding specific authorizations related to status changes in the relevant modules (e.g., CO, PS).
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator or the person responsible for user roles and authorizations in your organization.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding authorization management to understand the specific authorizations required for the action you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, test the transaction again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to status changes in SAP include C_KTBL_A (for controlling area) and C_PROJ_A (for project management).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide guidance on authorization-related problems.
  
  If the issue persists after checking and updating authorizations, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.