How To Fix /PLMB/AUTH_ACC049 - Enter source context for object &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMB/AUTH_ACC -

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Enter source context for object &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMB/AUTH_ACC049 - Enter source context for object &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMB/AUTH_ACC049 Enter source context for object &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) when a user attempts to access or modify an object without the necessary authorization or when the system requires additional context information to proceed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the required authorization to access the specified object.
  Incomplete Data Entry: The system may require additional context or parameters to be specified before proceeding with the action.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the authorization objects or roles assigned to the user.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object in question. This can be done by checking the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU53 (Display Authorization Check) after the error occurs.
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, a security administrator should be consulted to grant the appropriate access.
  
  
  
  Provide Source Context:
  
  If the error indicates that a source context is required, ensure that all necessary fields or parameters are filled out correctly. This may involve providing additional information related to the object being accessed.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the authorization objects related to PLM. This may involve reviewing the settings in transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance) to ensure that the roles assigned to the user include the necessary authorizations for the actions they are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional guidance or updates that may be relevant.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking authorizations and providing the necessary context, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user roles are up to date and reflect the current business processes and requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message /PLMB/AUTH_ACC049.