How To Fix /SAPAPO/DMRES883 - No authority to execute Copy Resource from Template

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DMRES -

• Message number: 883

• Message text: No authority to execute Copy Resource from Template

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DMRES883 - No authority to execute Copy Resource from Template ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DMRES883 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to execute the "Copy Resource from Template" function in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises when a user attempts to copy a resource configuration from a template but lacks the required permissions.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is insufficient authorization for the user role that is trying to perform the action. In SAP, authorization checks are performed to ensure that users have the necessary rights to execute specific transactions or functions. If the user’s role does not include the required authorization objects, the system will prevent the action and display this error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization object is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for copying resources.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorization objects. Common authorization objects related to resource management in APO include:
  
  S_APO_RES (Authorizations for Resource Management)
  S_TCODE (Transaction Code Authorization)
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. They can help you identify the missing authorizations and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Then, attempt the action again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Understanding the specific authorization objects related to APO and resource management can help in troubleshooting similar issues in the future.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to user authorizations and role management to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /SAPAPO/DMRES883 error and allow the user to successfully copy resources from templates in SAP APO.