How To Fix P5147 - You do not have authorization to create selection version &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: P5 - Project Information System: (Modification of LIS; M5)

• Message number: 147

• Message text: You do not have authorization to create selection version &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message P5147 - You do not have authorization to create selection version & ?

  The SAP error message P5147, which states "You do not have authorization to create selection version &," typically occurs when a user attempts to create a selection version in a report or transaction but lacks the necessary authorizations to perform that action.
  Cause:
  The error is primarily caused by insufficient authorization in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user may not have the required permissions to create or modify selection versions in the relevant SAP application or module.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. This can be done by using transaction code SU01 to view the user's profile or PFCG to check the roles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  The specific authorization object related to creating selection versions is typically S_PROGRAM or S_TCODE. Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  You may also need to check for specific authorization objects related to the transaction or report being used.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required permissions. This can be done using transaction code PFCG.
  Ensure that the role includes the necessary authorization objects and values that allow for the creation of selection versions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user's authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the functionality again to confirm that the error message no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles or if you are unsure about the necessary authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  S_PROGRAM: Authorization for program execution
  S_TCODE: Authorization for transaction codes
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization management and best practices.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the P5147 error message.