How To Fix /SAPAPO/SCC144 - No authorization to change PPM hierarchies

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SCC -

• Message number: 144

• Message text: No authorization to change PPM hierarchies

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SCC144 - No authorization to change PPM hierarchies ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SCC144 No authorization to change PPM hierarchies typically indicates that the user attempting to perform an action related to the Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS) module does not have the necessary authorizations to modify the PPM (Production Planning Master) hierarchies.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization objects to change PPM hierarchies. This can happen if the user role assigned does not include the necessary permissions.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not be properly configured to include the necessary authorizations for the specific actions they are trying to perform.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be updated or may not include the latest changes in authorization settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to view the user’s roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user’s roles to include the required authorization objects. This typically involves:
  
  Accessing transaction PFCG to edit the role assigned to the user.
  Adding the necessary authorization objects related to PPM hierarchies (e.g., C_APO_PPM).
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the details of the error and the transaction you were trying to perform.
  
  
  
  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. Then, test the action again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to PPM hierarchies include C_APO_PPM (for PPM-related activities). You may need to check the specific authorizations required for the actions the user is trying to perform.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to authorization errors in the PP/DS module.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on user roles and authorizations to understand how to properly configure them for your organization’s needs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the /SAPAPO/SCC144 error message.