How To Fix KW029 - User &1 does not have change authorization for business process &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KW - CO-ABC Activity-Based Costing

• Message number: 029

• Message text: User &1 does not have change authorization for business process &2

What causes this issue?

User &v1& is not authorized to change business process &v2& in
controlling area &v3&.

System Response

No further processing is carried out.

How to fix this error?

Have your authorizations checked.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KW029 - User &1 does not have change authorization for business process &2 ?

  The SAP error message KW029 indicates that a user does not have the necessary change authorization for a specific business process. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with internal orders, cost centers, or other related objects.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to make changes does not have the required authorization roles or permissions assigned to them for the specific business process.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for the specific transaction or object they are trying to access.
  Business Process Restrictions: Certain business processes may have restrictions based on organizational units, which can prevent users from making changes if they are not part of the relevant unit.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KW029 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or assign additional roles that include the required authorizations for the business process in question.
  Ensure that the roles are properly configured to include the necessary authorization objects related to the business process.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change user roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help identify the missing authorizations and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt the action that previously resulted in the error.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to user roles and authorizations for future reference and compliance purposes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to business processes in SAP. Common objects include C_KTAX for cost center accounting and C_OA for internal orders.
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53: Display authorization check.
  SU01: User maintenance.
  PFCG: Role maintenance.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization errors or provide guidance on best practices for role management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the KW029 error message.