How To Fix SMAP019 - No reference object change authorization

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMAP - Solution Map

• Message number: 019

• Message text: No reference object change authorization

What causes this issue?

The object is flagged as reference object. You are not authorized to
change reference objects.

System Response

You can only display the object.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMAP019 - No reference object change authorization ?

  The SAP error message SMAP019, which states "No reference object change authorization," typically occurs when a user attempts to make changes to a reference object (such as a material, customer, vendor, etc.) but does not have the necessary authorization to do so. This can happen in various SAP modules, including Materials Management (MM), Sales and Distribution (SD), and others.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization in their role/profile to change the reference object.
  Object-Specific Restrictions: There may be specific restrictions set up in the authorization objects that prevent changes to certain reference objects.
  Role Configuration: The user's assigned roles may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or object type they are trying to modify.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the authorization check. This will show which authorization object failed.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorization, a security administrator should modify the user's roles to include the required authorizations.
  Ensure that the relevant authorization objects (e.g., M_MATE_WRK, M_MATE_DATA, etc. for materials) are included in the user's role.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to change roles, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After changes are made, have the user log out and back in, then attempt the action again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to the reference objects you are working with.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to authorization management include:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding authorization management and best practices for role assignments.
  
  If the problem persists after checking and updating authorizations, further investigation may be required, potentially involving SAP support or consulting services.