How To Fix /SAPAPO/TSM244 - Not authorized to change planning area &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/TSM -

• Message number: 244

• Message text: Not authorized to change planning area &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM244 - Not authorized to change planning area & ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM244 Not authorized to change planning area & typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to a specific planning area in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error is related to authorization checks that are in place to ensure that only users with the appropriate permissions can modify planning areas.
  Cause:
  
  Lack of Authorization: The user attempting to change the planning area does not have the required authorization object assigned to their user profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific planning area.
  Planning Area Settings: The planning area may have specific settings that restrict changes to certain users or roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required authorization objects.
  The relevant authorization object for changing planning areas in APO is typically S_APO_TSM (Authorization for APO Planning Area).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt to change the planning area again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects in SAP APO, especially those related to planning areas and master data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization management in SAP APO.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance on authorization errors in APO.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the error message /SAPAPO/TSM244.