How To Fix RMPS_AUTH003 - No authorization to assign distribution list &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMPS_AUTH - Authorization Control in Records Management

• Message number: 003

• Message text: No authorization to assign distribution list &1

What causes this issue?

You want to assign a distribution list that you are not assigned to.
You do not have authorization for such an assignment.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RMPS_AUTH003 - No authorization to assign distribution list &1 ?

  The SAP error message RMPS_AUTH003 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to assign a distribution list in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Project System (PS) or related modules where distribution lists are used for various purposes, such as notifications or task assignments.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user may not have the required permissions to perform actions related to distribution lists, which could include creating, modifying, or assigning them.
  Solution:
  To resolve the RMPS_AUTH003 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which specific authorization object is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to view the user's profile and roles.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Roles:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned that include permissions for managing distribution lists. This may involve checking roles related to Project System (PS) or other relevant modules.
  If the user is missing the required role, you may need to assign it to them.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Objects:
  
  If the user has the correct roles but still encounters the error, you may need to modify the authorization objects associated with those roles. Common authorization objects related to distribution lists include:
  
  S_TCODE (Transaction Codes)
  S_USER_AUTH (User Authorizations)
  S_PROJECT (Project Management)
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for the specific actions they are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security or basis team. They can assist in reviewing and updating the user's authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user's authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Then, attempt to perform the action again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Concept in SAP: Understanding how authorizations work in SAP is crucial. SAP uses a role-based access control model, where users are assigned roles that contain specific authorizations.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and how to manage user roles effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the RMPS_AUTH003 error.