How To Fix RH139 - You are not authorized to change the hierarchy

RH139 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RH - BW: Hierarchies ( basic functions )

• Message number: 139

• Message text: You are not authorized to change the hierarchy

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RH139 - You are not authorized to change the hierarchy ?

  The SAP error message RH139, which states "You are not authorized to change the hierarchy," typically occurs when a user attempts to modify a hierarchy in the SAP system but lacks the necessary authorizations to perform that action. This error is commonly encountered in modules related to Organizational Management (OM) or Personnel Administration (PA).
  
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization objects to change the hierarchy. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in their user profile.
  Hierarchy Locking: The hierarchy might be locked for changes due to ongoing processes or configurations that prevent modifications.
  Incorrect Organizational Structure: The user may be trying to change a part of the hierarchy that they are not assigned to or do not have the rights to modify.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. This can be done by using transaction code SU53 to analyze the last