How To Fix PFO1266 - No authorization to change settings

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFO1 - Messages for Portfolio Assignment

• Message number: 266

• Message text: No authorization to change settings

What causes this issue?

You have no administration authorization for portfolio assignment.

Procedure for System Administrators

Authorization E_PFO_ADM (Activity 01) is required.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFO1266 - No authorization to change settings ?

  The SAP error message PFO1266, which states "No authorization to change settings," typically indicates that the user attempting to perform an action does not have the necessary permissions to modify certain settings within the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to change configuration settings, user roles, or other system parameters.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user lacks the required authorization objects or roles that permit them to make changes to the specific settings.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the transaction or action being attempted.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly set up to allow changes to the settings in question.
  System Restrictions: Certain settings may be restricted by system policies or configurations that prevent unauthorized changes.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user. This can be done by using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) to check the user's profile and assigned roles.
  Review Authorization Objects: Identify the specific authorization objects required for the action and ensure that the user has the necessary permissions. This can be done using transaction code SU53 to analyze the last authorization check.
  Modify Roles: If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, a security administrator or someone with the appropriate access should modify the user's roles or create a new role that includes the required permissions.
  Consult with Security Team: If you are not authorized to make changes, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary access.
  Testing: After changes are made, have the user log out and back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect, and then test the action again.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to configuration changes include S_TCODE (Transaction Codes), S_USER_AUTH (User Authorizations), and others depending on the specific settings being modified.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to consult SAP support or your internal IT department for further assistance.