How To Fix /PLMI/ER_CI_TRANS001 - Action not possible; no authorization to run report &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/ER_CI_TRANS -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Action not possible; no authorization to run report &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/ER_CI_TRANS001 - Action not possible; no authorization to run report &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/ER_CI_TRANS001 Action not possible; no authorization to run report &1 indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to execute a specific report in the SAP system. This is a common issue in SAP environments where user roles and authorizations are strictly managed to ensure security and compliance.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user lacks the required authorization object to execute the report specified by &1.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Authorization Object: The specific authorization object related to the report may not be included in the user's profile.
  Report Restrictions: Some reports may have additional restrictions based on user roles or organizational units.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to view the user's profile and roles.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Check if the user has the correct roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations for the report.
  Use transaction PFCG to review and modify roles. Ensure that the role assigned to the user includes the required authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorizations:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can add the missing authorization objects to the user's role.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator or the person responsible for user management in your organization.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the roles or authorizations, ask the user to log out and log back in, then attempt to run the report again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to user roles or authorizations for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the specific authorization objects related to the report. You can find this information in the SAP documentation or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the specific report or authorization objects.
  Training: Consider training for users on how to request additional authorizations if they frequently encounter authorization issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, further investigation may be required, potentially involving SAP support or a deeper analysis of the authorization setup in your system.