How To Fix /PLMB/AUTH_BO015 - Activity '&1' is not possible with object &2 (object type &3 )

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMB/AUTH_BO -

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Activity '&1' is not possible with object &2 (object type &3 )

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMB/AUTH_BO015 - Activity '&1' is not possible with object &2 (object type &3 ) ?

  The SAP error message /PLMB/AUTH_BO015 Activity '&1' is not possible with object &2 (object type &3) typically indicates that a user is attempting to perform an action (activity) on a specific business object, but they do not have the necessary authorization to do so. This is a common issue in SAP systems where authorization checks are in place to ensure that users can only perform actions they are permitted to.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization for the specified activity on the given object type.
  Authorization Roles: The user's assigned roles may not include the necessary permissions for the action they are trying to perform.
  Object Type Restrictions: The object type may have specific restrictions that require additional authorizations.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the authorization objects or roles that are preventing the action.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the authorization check. This will show you which authorization object failed.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  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 authorizations.
  Use transaction PFCG to manage roles and assign the necessary authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Test the action again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to the specific activities and object types in your SAP system.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal documentation for specific details on authorization management.
  Audit Logs: Check audit logs for any additional information regarding authorization failures.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.