How To Fix /PM0/ABP_BPM_CONTRL004 - No authorization to send change options

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABP_BPM_CONTRL -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: No authorization to send change options

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABP_BPM_CONTRL004 - No authorization to send change options ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABP_BPM_CONTRL004 No authorization to send change options typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to perform a specific action related to change options in the SAP system, particularly in the context of Business Process Management (BPM) or related applications.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the action does not have the required authorization roles or permissions assigned in the SAP system.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for the specific transaction or function module related to change options.
  Missing Authorization Objects: The relevant authorization objects that control access to the BPM functionalities may not be included in the user's roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user's roles to include the required authorizations. This may involve adding specific authorization objects related to BPM or change options.
  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, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the functionality again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Ensure that any changes made to user roles are documented for future reference and compliance purposes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to BPM functionalities. Common objects might include S_BPM or others specific to your organization's configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. Sometimes, specific patches or updates may address authorization issues.
  Training: If you are frequently encountering authorization issues, consider undergoing training on SAP security and authorization management to better understand how to manage user roles and permissions.
  
  If the issue persists after checking and updating authorizations, it may be necessary to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further investigation.