How To Fix /PLMB/BA_RCP062 - You are not authorized to use change number &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMB/BA_RCP -

• Message number: 062

• Message text: You are not authorized to use change number &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMB/BA_RCP062 - You are not authorized to use change number &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMB/BA_RCP062 indicates that a user is not authorized to use a specific change number in the context of the SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) module. This error typically arises when a user attempts to access or modify data associated with a change number for which they do not have the necessary permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization to access or use the specified change number. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in their user profile.
  Change Number Status: The change number may be in a status that restricts access to certain users.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the system that limit access to change numbers based on user roles or organizational units.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the change number.
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This can provide insights into what specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, work with your SAP security team to modify the user's roles or add the required authorizations.
  Ensure that the user has access to the relevant authorization objects related to change management.
  
  
  
  Review Change Number Status:
  
  Check the status of the change number in question. If it is in a restricted status, you may need to change its status or consult with the change management team to understand the restrictions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines regarding change management and authorization settings to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking authorizations and change number status, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to change management in SAP include C_TPLM_ORD (for order management) and C_TPLM_CHNG (for change management).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), and SE93 (Transaction Codes) for managing user roles and authorizations.
  Change Management Process: Understanding the overall change management process in SAP PLM can help in identifying where the authorization issues may arise.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the change number and prevent the error from occurring in the future.