How To Fix OIJ_TSW_05084 - No authorization to create global variant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIJ_TSW_05 -

• Message number: 084

• Message text: No authorization to create global variant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIJ_TSW_05084 - No authorization to create global variant ?

  The SAP error message OIJ_TSW_05084 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to create a global variant in the SAP system, specifically within the context of the Oil and Gas industry solution (OIJ).
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user lacks the required authorization objects that permit the creation of global variants.
  Role Configuration: The user's assigned roles may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or function.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly set up to allow for the creation of global variants.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and check the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for creating global variants.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorization objects. Common authorization objects related to variant creation might include:
  
  S_TCODE (Transaction Codes)
  S_USER_AUTH (User Authorizations)
  Specific OIJ-related authorization objects.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security or basis team. They can help identify the missing authorizations and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Then, attempt to create the global variant again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for specific authorization objects related to the Oil and Gas industry solution (OIJ) for more detailed information.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Training: Ensure that users are trained on the processes and authorizations required for their roles, especially in specialized areas like OIJ.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the error message OIJ_TSW_05084.