How To Fix LRM_RE017 - No change authorization for &1 policies of object type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LRM_RE - LRM: Cross-Object Category Messages

• Message number: 017

• Message text: No change authorization for &1 policies of object type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LRM_RE017 - No change authorization for &1 policies of object type &2 ?

  The SAP error message LRM_RE017 indicates that a user is attempting to make changes to policies of a specific object type but does not have the necessary authorization to do so. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's License Management or Resource Management modules, where policies are defined for various objects.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization to change the specified policies for the object type.
  Role Configuration: The user's role may not include the necessary permissions to modify the policies associated with the object type.
  Policy Locking: The policies may be locked or restricted for changes due to system settings or configurations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the 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 code PFCG to ensure that the necessary permissions for changing policies are included.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the necessary permissions. This may involve adding specific authorization objects related to policy management.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to roles, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check Policy Status:
  
  Ensure that the policies are not locked or restricted. If they are, you may need to unlock them or change the configuration settings to allow modifications.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt to perform the action again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to policy management in SAP. Common objects may include S_LRM_AUTH or similar, depending on your specific SAP version and configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to the LRM_RE017 error. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to License Management or Resource Management for more context on how policies are managed and the associated authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.