How To Fix LCM_LCA_ERR_CODES012 - Invalid access level in target system; contact key user

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LCM_LCA_ERR_CODES - Message Mapping from LCA to LCM

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Invalid access level in target system; contact key user

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LCM_LCA_ERR_CODES012 - Invalid access level in target system; contact key user ?

  The SAP error message LCM_LCA_ERR_CODES012 indicates that there is an issue with the access level in the target system when trying to perform a certain operation, typically related to the Landscape Management (LCM) or Change Management processes. This error suggests that the user does not have the necessary permissions or access rights to perform the action in the target system.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient User Permissions: The user account being used to access the target system may not have the required roles or authorizations to perform the intended operation.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the target system's user roles or access levels.
  System Settings: The target system may have specific settings that restrict access based on certain criteria (e.g., environment, system type).
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles: Verify that the user has the appropriate roles assigned in the target system. This can be done by:
  
  Logging into the target system.
  Navigating to the user management area (e.g., transaction code SU01).
  Checking the roles assigned to the user and ensuring they include the necessary permissions for the operation being attempted.
  
  
  
  Contact Key User: If you are not the key user or do not have the necessary access to modify roles, contact your key user or system administrator. They can:
  
  Review the user’s access levels.
  Adjust roles or permissions as needed.
  Ensure that the user has the correct authorizations for the specific tasks.
  
  
  
  Review System Configuration: If the roles seem correct, review the system configuration to ensure that there are no restrictions or settings that might be causing the access issue.
  
  
  Documentation and Support: Refer to SAP documentation or support resources for additional guidance on user roles and permissions related to the specific operation you are trying to perform.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Management Transactions: Familiarize yourself with user management transactions in SAP, such as SU01 (User Maintenance), SU10 (Mass User Maintenance), and PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Change Management Processes: Understand the change management processes in your organization, as they may have specific guidelines for user access and permissions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and gain the necessary access to perform your tasks in the target system.