How To Fix /PLMI/CR_BO018 - You are not authorized to edit reference objects

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/CR_BO -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: You are not authorized to edit reference objects

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/CR_BO018 - You are not authorized to edit reference objects ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/CR_BO018 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to edit reference objects in the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) or similar modules where reference objects are used for managing data related to products, documents, or other entities.
  Cause:
  The error is primarily caused by insufficient authorization settings for the user trying to perform the action. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Roles: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate roles that grant access to edit reference objects.
  Authorization Object Restrictions: Even if the user has a role, specific authorization objects related to editing reference objects may not be included in that role.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured to allow editing of reference objects.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include the necessary roles for editing reference objects.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the specific authorization objects related to the action you are trying to perform. Common authorization objects for PLM might include C_RPLM_* or similar.
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization checks failed. This will provide insight into what is missing.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the necessary authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Use transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance) to adjust the roles and add 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, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the action again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for specific details on authorization objects related to PLM and reference objects.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on authorization settings.
  Training: Consider training for users on how to manage their authorizations and understand the role-based access control in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the error message /PLMI/CR_BO018.