How To Fix LM119 - Authorization missing; lock entry not completely set/deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LM - Treasury: Limit Management

• Message number: 119

• Message text: Authorization missing; lock entry not completely set/deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LM119 - Authorization missing; lock entry not completely set/deleted ?

  The SAP error message LM119 indicates that there is a missing authorization related to lock entries in the system. This typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action that requires specific authorizations to manage lock entries, but they do not have the necessary permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations to set or delete lock entries in the system.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorization objects related to lock management.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the lock management settings in the SAP system.
  
  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 is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Update Roles:
  
  If the required authorization is missing, you may need to update the user's roles to include the necessary authorization objects. Common authorization objects related to lock management include:
  
  S_LCK_ADM (Lock Management Administration)
  S_LCK_AUTH (Lock Management Authorization)
  
  
  Ensure that the roles assigned to the user include the necessary permissions to manage lock entries.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After updating the roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Then, attempt the action again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to lock management to ensure proper access is granted.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization management and lock entry handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the LM119 error and ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to manage lock entries in the SAP system.