How To Fix PV651 - You have no authorization to plan a business event

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PV - Training and Event Management

• Message number: 651

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

What causes this issue?

You do not have either the transaction authorization, a structural
authorization or a Basis authorization required for planning a business
event.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

In Customizing, maintain the missing authorizations. If you do not have
authorization to do this, contact whoever is responsible and request
that they do it.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PV651 - You have no authorization to plan a business event ?

  The SAP error message PV651, which states "You have no authorization to plan a business event," typically indicates that the user attempting to perform a planning action for a business event does not have the necessary authorizations assigned in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization objects that are necessary to plan or manage business events.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have the appropriate role assigned that includes the necessary permissions for the business event planning.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict access to certain users or roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user in the SAP system. This can be done by navigating to the user management area (transaction code SU01).
  Ensure that the user has a role that includes the necessary authorizations for planning business events.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the specific authorization objects related to business event planning. Common authorization objects might include P_ORGXX (for organizational management) or others specific to the business event module.
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed.
  
  
  
  Request Additional Authorizations:
  
  If the user does not have the required authorizations, the user or their manager should request additional access from the SAP security team or system administrator.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, have the user log out and back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the functionality again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to user roles or authorizations for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to authorization errors in the specific version of SAP you are using.
  Training: Consider providing training for users on how to manage their authorizations and understand the role-based access control in SAP.
  Audit: Regularly audit user roles and authorizations to ensure compliance and minimize the risk of unauthorized access.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.