How To Fix /PLMI/RSP_SP000 - You are not allowed to create specifications

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/RSP_SP -

• Message number: 000

• Message text: You are not allowed to create specifications

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/RSP_SP000 - You are not allowed to create specifications ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/RSP_SP000 You are not allowed to create specifications typically occurs when a user attempts to create specifications in the SAP system but lacks the necessary authorizations. This error is related to the SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) module, specifically in the context of managing specifications for materials or products.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The most common cause of this error is that the user does not have the required authorization roles or permissions to create specifications in the system.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary transactions or activities related to specification creation.
  Organizational Restrictions: There may be organizational policies or settings that restrict certain users from creating specifications based on their position or department.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insights into which specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to view the user’s roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user’s roles to include the required authorizations for creating specifications. This typically involves adding the relevant authorization objects related to PLM and specification management.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator or the person responsible for user roles in your organization.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines regarding user roles and authorizations for PLM to ensure that the user is assigned the correct roles.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to the system to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to PLM and specifications include C_RPLM_SPE (for specification management) and others that may be specific to your organization’s configuration.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as C202 (Create Specification) and C203 (Change Specification) to understand the context in which the error occurs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on authorization issues in PLM.
  
  If the issue persists after checking and updating authorizations, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or consult SAP support for further assistance.