How To Fix /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES081 - You are not authorized to create a page layout

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 081

• Message text: You are not authorized to create a page layout

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES081 - You are not authorized to create a page layout ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES081 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to create a page layout in the SAP Transportation Management System (TM). This typically occurs when a user attempts to access a function or feature for which they lack the appropriate permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user’s role does not include the necessary authorizations to create or modify page layouts.
  Missing Authorization Objects: Specific authorization objects related to the Transportation Management System may not be assigned to the user’s role.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not be properly configured to include the required permissions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include the necessary permissions for creating page layouts.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the relevant authorization objects for page layout creation in SAP TM. Common objects might include S_TCODE (Transaction Codes) and specific TM-related objects.
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorizations were checked and failed.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Use transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance) to adjust the roles and add the necessary authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization objects related to SAP TM.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Training: Consider providing training for users on how to manage page layouts and the importance of proper authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES081.