How To Fix /SAPAPO/MSDP_REL247 - No authorization to change period split profiles

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MSDP_REL -

• Message number: 247

• Message text: No authorization to change period split profiles

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_REL247 - No authorization to change period split profiles ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_REL247 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to change period split profiles in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises when a user attempts to modify settings or configurations related to period splits, which are used in planning processes.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. In SAP, access to various functions and data is controlled through authorization objects. If the user does not have the required permissions to change period split profiles, the system will generate this error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check that failed, helping you identify which specific authorization object is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Roles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include permissions for changing period split profiles.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorization is missing, you may need to modify the existing roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations. The relevant authorization object for period split profiles is typically S_APO_PSP or similar, depending on your specific configuration.
  
  
  
  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 assist in reviewing and updating the user's authorizations.
  
  
  
  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 to perform the action that previously resulted in the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects related to APO and period split profiles. This can help in understanding what permissions are necessary.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization management in SAP APO.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to authorization management include:
  
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  PFCG - Role Maintenance
  SU53 - Display Authorization Check
  SUIM - User Information System (to analyze user authorizations)
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue and eliminate the error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_REL247.