How To Fix /SCMB/SC_CAL502 - You are not authorized to change a calendar

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/SC_CAL -

• Message number: 502

• Message text: You are not authorized to change a calendar

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/SC_CAL502 - You are not authorized to change a calendar ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/SC_CAL502 indicates that a user is attempting to change a calendar in the Supply Chain Management (SCM) module but does not have the necessary authorization to perform this action. This is a common issue in SAP systems where user roles and authorizations are strictly managed.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object to change the calendar. This could be due to missing roles or insufficient permissions assigned to the user profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or object related to calendar management.
  System Configuration: There may be system-wide settings that restrict certain users from making changes to calendars.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error 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 administrative rights, you can modify the user’s roles to include the required authorization objects. This typically involves adding the relevant authorization objects related to calendar management (e.g., /SCMB/SC_CAL).
  If you do not have the necessary rights, contact your SAP security administrator to request the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  The specific authorization object that may be relevant is S_TCODE (for transaction codes) and any specific authorization objects related to the SCM calendar management.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions for the transaction code used to access the calendar.
  
  
  
  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.
  Test the functionality again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and roles in SCM.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance on authorization problems related to calendars.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of authorization and how to properly request changes if they encounter issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the /SCMB/SC_CAL502 error message.