How To Fix PV061 - You have no authorization to historically record a business event

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PV - Training and Event Management

• Message number: 061

• Message text: You have no authorization to historically record a business event

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PV061 - You have no authorization to historically record a business event ?

  The SAP error message PV061, which states "You have no authorization to historically record a business event," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action related to historical data recording in the SAP system but lacks the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  The error is primarily caused by insufficient authorization for the user role or profile attempting to perform the action. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The user may not have the required authorization objects assigned to their user profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for historical data recording.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured in a way that restricts access to certain historical data functionalities.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PV061 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to view the user's profile and roles.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations for historical data recording.
  If the user is missing a role, you may need to assign a role that includes the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify Role Authorizations:
  
  If the user has the correct role but still encounters the error, you may need to modify the role to include the missing authorization objects.
  Use transaction code PFCG to edit the role and add the necessary authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the action again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to business events may include S_TCODE (Transaction Codes), S_USER_AUTH (User Authorizations), and others specific to the business event being recorded.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal documentation for specific details on authorization objects and roles related to your SAP implementation.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the error message PV061, as there may be specific patches or recommendations provided by SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the PV061 error in SAP.