How To Fix MI_MGMT063 - You do not have authorization to change a device configuration

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MI_MGMT - MI: Device Management

• Message number: 063

• Message text: You do not have authorization to change a device configuration

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MI_MGMT063 - You do not have authorization to change a device configuration ?

  The SAP error message MI_MGMT063, which states "You do not have authorization to change a device configuration," typically indicates that the user attempting to make changes to a device configuration does not have the necessary authorizations assigned in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization objects to perform the action of changing device configurations.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the appropriate roles that include the necessary permissions for device management.
  Profile Restrictions: The user's profile may have restrictions that prevent them from making changes to device configurations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 to review the user’s roles and profiles. Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned that include permissions for device configuration changes.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user does not have the required roles, you may need to assign the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorization objects (e.g., M_MATE_MA, M_MATE_MG, etc.) for device management.
  If the roles are already assigned but do not include the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the roles using transaction code PFCG.
  
  
  
  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 making changes to the user’s 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:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects related to device management in SAP. This may include objects related to material management, inventory management, or specific device management functions.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and how to configure roles and profiles.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the MI_MGMT063 error.