How To Fix QPCP002 - You do not have the authorization to execute this function

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QPCP - Control Plan

• Message number: 002

• Message text: You do not have the authorization to execute this function

What causes this issue?

You do not have the <GL:authorization>authorization</> required to
execute the operation:
Activity &V1&
Plant &V2&

System Response

INCLUDE NA_ALLG_AKTIVIT-T

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE NA_ALLG_BERECHTIGUNG

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QPCP002 - You do not have the authorization to execute this function ?

  The SAP error message QPCP002, which states "You do not have the authorization to execute this function," typically indicates that the user attempting to perform a specific action does not have the necessary permissions assigned to their user profile. This can occur in various SAP modules, including Quality Management (QM), where the error is often encountered.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user lacks the required authorization object that is necessary to execute the function.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have the appropriate role assigned that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured to allow access to the required transaction or function.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may be restricted based on user roles or organizational units.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that the necessary roles that include the required authorizations are assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SUIM (User Information System) to analyze user authorizations and roles.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the roles using transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance) to include the missing authorization objects.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator to request the required changes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Test the transaction again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Ensure that any changes made to roles and authorizations are documented for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects are used to control access to various functions. Each object can have multiple fields that define the specific access rights.
  User Profiles: User profiles in SAP define what transactions and functions a user can access. Profiles can be assigned to users directly or through roles.
  SAP Security: Understanding SAP security concepts, including roles, profiles, and authorization objects, is crucial for managing user access effectively.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.