How To Fix OT_EXT181 - You are not authorized to release package type &2

OT_EXT181 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OT_EXT - SAP Online Correction Support (SOCS) EXTERNAL (example: AAK)

• Message number: 181

• Message text: You are not authorized to release package type &2

What causes this issue?

You do not have release authorization for package type &v2&.
This function is outside the scope of your authorization profile.

System Response

Package &v1& will not be released.

How to fix this error?

For further information about authorization profiles/roles, see
<DS:DT.SOCS_AUTHORIZATION_EXT>SSDA - Authorizations</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OT_EXT181 - You are not authorized to release package type &2 ?

  The SAP error message OT_EXT181 indicates that a user is not authorized to release a package of a specific type. This typically occurs in the context of transport management, where users need specific authorizations to perform actions related to transport packages.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by insufficient authorization for the user attempting to release the transport package. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user lacks the necessary authorization object that allows them to release transport packages.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary permissions.
  Transport Package Type: The specific type of transport package (indicated by &2 in the error message) may have additional restrictions or requirements.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what is missing.
  Review the user's roles and