How To Fix RSPLF170 - You are not authorized to change function type '&1'

RSPLF170 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSPLF - Planning Framework

• Message number: 170

• Message text: You are not authorized to change function type '&1'

What causes this issue?

You do not have sufficient authorization to change this planning
function type.

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 need change authorization (activity 23) for object S_RS_PLST.

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 RSPLF170 - You are not authorized to change function type '&1' ?

  The SAP error message RSPLF170 indicates that a user is attempting to change a function type in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) system but does not have the necessary authorization to perform that action. This error typically arises in the context of managing BW queries, data sources, or other related objects.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorizations assigned to the user. The specific function type that the user is trying to change is protected by authorization checks, and if the user does not have the required permissions, the system will prevent the change and display this error message.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSPLF170 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization checks failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization object is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to review the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Role