How To Fix PSB_API_MSGCL119 - You cannot perform operation &1 on activity &2; authorization issues


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: PSB_API_MSGCL -

  • Message number: 119

  • Message text: You cannot perform operation &1 on activity &2; authorization issues

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSB_API_MSGCL119 - You cannot perform operation &1 on activity &2; authorization issues ?
    The SAP error message PSB_API_MSGCL119 indicates that there is an authorization issue preventing the user from performing a specific operation on an activity. This error typically arises in the context of Project System (PS) or related modules where users are trying to access or modify project-related data.
    
    Cause: The error is caused by insufficient authorizations for the user attempting to perform the operation on the specified activity. This could be due to: Missing Authorization Objects: The user may not have the necessary authorization objects assigned to their user profile. Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the required permissions for the specific operation on the activity. Activity-Specific Restrictions: Certain activities may have specific restrictions based on the project type or status that the user is not authorized to bypass.
    Solution: To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps: Check User Authorizations: Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization

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