How To Fix /PLMB/AUTH_ACC015 - Error while updating database of contexts

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMB/AUTH_ACC -

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Error while updating database of contexts

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMB/AUTH_ACC015 - Error while updating database of contexts ?

  The SAP error message /PLMB/AUTH_ACC015 typically indicates an authorization issue when trying to update the database of contexts in the SAP system. This error is often related to insufficient permissions for the user attempting to perform the action.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the necessary authorizations to update the database of contexts. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in the user's profile.
  Context Locking: The context being updated might be locked by another process or user, preventing the current user from making changes.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that are preventing the update from being processed correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to perform the action. This can be done by checking the user's profile in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  Ensure that the user has the required authorizations for the relevant authorization objects related to the context update.
  
  
  
  Release Locks:
  
  If the context is locked, identify the user or process that is holding the lock. You can use transaction SM12 to check for locks and release them if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to the context management in the relevant customizing transactions. Ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or information that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact Basis or Security Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or Security team to investigate further and adjust authorizations or configurations as needed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that may be involved in context updates, such as /PLMB/* objects.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the specific module or functionality you are working with to understand the required authorizations and configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the /PLMB/AUTH_ACC015 error message.