How To Fix RSM902 - You are not authorized to maintain the transformation rule

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM -

• Message number: 902

• Message text: You are not authorized to maintain the transformation rule

What causes this issue?

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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?

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Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM902 - You are not authorized to maintain the transformation rule ?

  The SAP error message RSM902, which states "You are not authorized to maintain the transformation rule," typically occurs when a user attempts to access or modify transformation rules in the SAP system without having the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. In SAP, access to various functionalities, including maintaining transformation rules, is controlled through authorization objects. If the user does not have the required permissions, they will encounter this error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. This can be done by using transaction code SU01 to view the user profile.
  Look for the authorization objects related to data transformation and maintenance, such as S_TCODE (Transaction Code) and S_DATASET (Authorization for Data Set).
  
  
  
  Assign Necessary Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, you may need to assign them additional roles that include the required authorizations for maintaining transformation rules.
  This can be done by a system administrator or a user with the appropriate permissions.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Objects:
  
  If the existing roles do not provide the necessary access, you may need to modify the authorization objects associated with those roles. This typically requires the involvement of a security administrator.
  Ensure that the authorization object S_TCODE includes the transaction code for maintaining transformation rules (e.g., RSO1 for creating transformation rules).
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the functionality again to confirm that the user can now maintain the transformation rules without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSO1: Create Transformation
  RSO2: Change Transformation
  RSO3: Display Transformation
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  S_TCODE: Authorization for Transaction Codes
  S_DATASET: Authorization for Data Set Access
  S_BI_CONT: Authorization for BI Content
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and how to configure roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Security Best Practices:
  
  Ensure that users are granted the least privilege necessary to perform their job functions to maintain security and compliance within the SAP system.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking and updating authorizations, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.