How To Fix OV009 - You do not have authorization to create a project version

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OV - PS: Versions

• Message number: 009

• Message text: You do not have authorization to create a project version

What causes this issue?

The system checked authorization object C_VERS_ACT and found that you
do not have authorization to save a time-dependent project version.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OV009 - You do not have authorization to create a project version ?

  The SAP error message OV009, which states "You do not have authorization to create a project version," typically indicates that the user attempting to create a project version in the SAP system lacks the necessary authorizations or permissions to perform this action.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization objects assigned to their user profile. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations related to project management.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for creating project versions.
  Project Settings: The project itself may have specific settings or restrictions that prevent certain users from creating versions.
  
  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.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to view the user’s roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Work with your SAP security team to review the roles assigned to your user account. Ensure that the necessary roles for project management (such as SAP role for Project System) are assigned.
  The relevant authorization objects for project version creation typically include:
  
  C_PROJ (Project Management)
  C_PROJ_VERS (Project Version Management)
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary activity authorizations (like create, change, display) for these objects.
  
  
  
  Request Additional Authorizations:
  
  If you find that you do not have the necessary authorizations, you may need to request additional permissions from your SAP security administrator or manager.
  
  
  
  Check Project Settings:
  
  If applicable, check the project settings to ensure that there are no restrictions preventing the creation of project versions for your user role.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance (for role assignment and modification)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to Project System (PS) for more details on authorization objects and their configurations.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or bugs related to authorization in the Project System.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.