How To Fix S_LRM_UI033 - You do not have change authorization; the policy will be displayed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_LRM_UI - Information Retention Manager - Messages on WD UI

• Message number: 033

• Message text: You do not have change authorization; the policy will be displayed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_LRM_UI033 - You do not have change authorization; the policy will be displayed ?

  The SAP error message S_LRM_UI033 indicates that a user does not have the necessary change authorization to modify a specific policy in the SAP system. This message typically appears in the context of SAP Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) or similar modules where policies and authorizations are managed.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user attempting to make changes does not have the required authorization roles or permissions assigned to their user profile.
  Policy Restrictions: The specific policy may have restrictions that prevent certain users from making changes, even if they have general access to the system.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary transaction codes or object authorizations needed to modify the policy.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the authorization check. This will show you which authorization objects are missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to assign additional roles that include the required permissions for policy changes.
  Consult with your SAP security team or administrator to ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned.
  
  
  
  Policy Settings:
  
  Review the specific policy settings to ensure that there are no restrictions preventing the user from making changes. This may involve checking the policy's configuration in the GRC module.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or policy settings, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Ensure that users are aware of their authorization limits and provide training on how to request additional access if needed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects related to policy management in SAP GRC. Common objects include S_USER_AUTH, S_TCODE, and others specific to the GRC module.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional guidance on authorization issues.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to grant the necessary change authorizations.