How To Fix /SAPPCE/DPCM1501 - No change authorization for chain type &1 in company code &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPPCE/DPCM1 -

• Message number: 501

• Message text: No change authorization for chain type &1 in company code &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPPCE/DPCM1501 - No change authorization for chain type &1 in company code &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPPCE/DPCM1501 No change authorization for chain type &1 in company code &2 typically occurs in the context of SAP Process Chain (PC) management, particularly when a user attempts to modify or manage a process chain without having the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization to make changes to the specified chain type in the given company code. This is often due to missing roles or authorizations in the user's profile.
  Configuration Settings: The authorization objects related to process chains may not be properly configured, leading to restrictions on certain users or roles.
  Company Code Restrictions: The user may have access to certain company codes but not to the specific one mentioned in the error message.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  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 is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions for the process chain and company code in question.
  
  
  
  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 authorizations for the process chain management.
  Ensure that the authorization object S_BI_WAA (for BI authorizations) is included in the user's role with the appropriate values for the chain type and company code.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt the action again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for process chains, such as S_BI_WAA, S_BI_PROCESS, and others that may be relevant to your specific SAP environment.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. Sometimes, there may be patches or updates that address specific authorization issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on process chains and authorizations to understand the requirements and best practices for managing process chains effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the error message /SAPPCE/DPCM1501.