How To Fix RSPLF109 - You are not authorized to execute planning function &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSPLF - Planning Framework

• Message number: 109

• Message text: You are not authorized to execute planning function &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSPLF109 - You are not authorized to execute planning function &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSPLF109 indicates that a user is not authorized to execute a specific planning function in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) environment. This error typically arises when a user attempts to run a planning function for which they do not have the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations assigned to their user profile to execute the specified planning function.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the planning function.
  Planning Function Restrictions: The planning function itself may have restrictions that limit who can execute it based on specific criteria.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSPLF109 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Review the authorization objects related to planning functions, such as S_BW_BC (for BW Business Content) or S_BW_PL (for BW Planning).
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code PFCG to review the roles assigned to the user.
  Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for executing the planning function. If not, you may need to modify the role or create a new one that includes the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify Role or Create New Role:
  
  If the necessary authorizations are missing, you can either modify an existing role or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Assign the updated or new role to the user.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Attempt to execute the planning function again to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to assist in resolving the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to planning functions in SAP BW.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on planning functions and authorizations to better understand how to manage user access.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSPLF109 error and allow the user to execute the planning function successfully.