How To Fix RMSRCP279 - You are not authorized to edit this recipe

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMSRCP - RMS-RCP: Messages for IPPE Object RCP

• Message number: 279

• Message text: You are not authorized to edit this recipe

What causes this issue?

You are not authorized to distribute recipes (create, change, or
delete).

System Response

The authorization check was positive.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RMSRCP279 - You are not authorized to edit this recipe ?

  The SAP error message RMSRCP279, which states "You are not authorized to edit this recipe," typically occurs in the context of SAP Recipe Management (RMS) when a user attempts to edit a recipe for which they do not have the necessary permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization roles or permissions to edit the specific recipe.
  Recipe Status: The recipe may be in a status that does not allow editing (e.g., released or locked).
  User Role Configuration: The user may not be assigned to the correct user roles that grant access to edit recipes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. This can be done by checking the user profile in transaction code SU01 or SU53 (to analyze authorization issues).
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for the relevant authorization objects related to recipe management (e.g., R_MSRP for recipe management).
  
  
  
  Review Recipe Status:
  
  Check the status of the recipe. If it is in a status that does not allow editing (like "Released"), you may need to change its status to "In Development" or "Draft" before making edits.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Security Team:
  
  If the user does not have the required authorizations, consult with your SAP security or basis team to request the necessary roles or permissions.
  
  
  
  Training and Documentation:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the proper procedures for editing recipes and understand the implications of recipe statuses.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like C223 (to display recipes) or C201 (to create/change recipes) to navigate and check the recipe details.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for recipe management, such as R_MSRP and others that may be specific to your organization.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to recipe management and authorization errors.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Recipe Management for detailed information on roles, authorizations, and recipe statuses.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RMSRCP279 error and gain the necessary access to edit the recipe.