How To Fix /PLMI/GSS_B2B036 - You are not authorized to modify all synchronization units

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/GSS_B2B -

• Message number: 036

• Message text: You are not authorized to modify all synchronization units

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/GSS_B2B036 - You are not authorized to modify all synchronization units ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/GSS_B2B036: You are not authorized to modify all synchronization units typically indicates that the user attempting to perform an action does not have the necessary authorizations to modify synchronization units in the SAP system. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP Landscape Management (LaMa) or similar applications where synchronization units are managed.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization roles or permissions to modify synchronization units.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary transactions or object authorizations related to synchronization units.
  System Configuration: There may be restrictions in place at the system level that prevent certain users from making modifications.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user encountering the error. This can be done by navigating to the user management transaction (e.g., SU01).
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include permissions for modifying synchronization units.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required permissions.
  Common authorization objects to check include:
  
  S_TCODE (Transaction Codes)
  S_USER_AUTH (User Authorizations)
  S_RFC (Remote Function Call)
  Specific authorization objects related to the /PLMI/ namespace.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to change user roles or permissions, contact your SAP security or basis team to request the necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new permissions take effect.
  Attempt the action again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this specific error message.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to authorization management and synchronization units for more detailed information on required permissions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to user management (e.g., SU01, PFCG) and authorization checks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue causing the error message /PLMI/GSS_B2B036.