How To Fix /PLMI/DIR_BO033 - You do not have authorization to add object links

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/DIR_BO -

• Message number: 033

• Message text: You do not have authorization to add object links

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/DIR_BO033 - You do not have authorization to add object links ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/DIR_BO033 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to add object links in the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Project Management or Document Management functionalities, where users may need to link various objects (like documents, tasks, or other project-related items) to each other.
  
  Cause:
  The error is primarily caused by insufficient authorization in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user lacks the required permissions to perform the action of adding object links. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user’s role does not include the necessary authorization object that allows for adding links.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not be configured correctly to include the required permissions.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be updated or may not include the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User