How To Fix RSM911 - You do not have authorization to maintain the routine

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM -

• Message number: 911

• Message text: You do not have authorization to maintain the routine

What causes this issue?

You do not have the required authorizations.

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?

You require authorization for authorization object <ZH>ABAP Workbench</>
(<AB>S_DEVELOP</>) with the following field assignment:
<AB>DEVCLASS</>:,,You can choose from the following program classes,
depending on the routine type:
<AB>"BWROUT_UPDR": </>Routines for update rules
<AB>"BWROUT_ISTS": </>Routines for transfer rules
<AB>"BWROUT_IOBJ": </>Routines for InfoObjects
<AB>"BWROUT_TRFN": </>Routines for transformations
<AB>"BWROUT_ISIP": </>Routines for InfoPackages
<AB>"BWROUT_DTPA": </>Routines for DTPs
<AB>OBJTYPE: "PROG"</>
<AB>OBJNAME: "GP*"</>
<AB>P_GROUP: "$BWROUT"</>
<AB>ACTIVITY: "&v1&"</>

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM911 - You do not have authorization to maintain the routine ?

  The SAP error message RSM911, which states "You do not have authorization to maintain the routine," typically occurs when a user attempts to access or modify a routine in the SAP system but lacks the necessary authorizations. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with data transfer processes, data extraction, or transformation routines in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or other modules.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization objects to maintain or modify the routine.
  Role Assignment: The user’s role may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or object.
  Missing Authorization Objects: The required authorization objects (like S_PROGRAM, S_TCODE, etc.) may not be assigned to the user’s profile.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations to maintain routines.
  Authorization Check: Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization was missing. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is required.
  Modify Roles: If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user’s roles to include the required authorizations. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to request the necessary changes.
  Transaction Codes: Ensure that the user has access to the relevant transaction codes associated with maintaining routines (e.g., RSA1 for Data Warehousing Workbench).
  Testing: After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to routines. Common objects include:
  
  S_PROGRAM: Authorization for program execution.
  S_TCODE: Authorization for transaction codes.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to authorization management and role assignment for further understanding of how to manage user permissions effectively.
  
  If the issue persists after checking and updating authorizations, it may be necessary to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further investigation.