How To Fix /SMB/GLOBAL_METADATA053 - You are not authorized to use this functionality

/SMB/GLOBAL_METADATA053 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/GLOBAL_METADATA -

• Message number: 053

• Message text: You are not authorized to use this functionality

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/GLOBAL_METADATA053 - You are not authorized to use this functionality ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/GLOBAL_METADATA053: You are not authorized to use this functionality typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to access a specific function or transaction within the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to access certain reports, transactions, or functionalities related to the SAP Business One or other SAP modules.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user role assigned to the user does not include the necessary permissions to access the requested functionality.
  Role Configuration: The roles and authorizations may not be properly configured in the SAP system.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly set up, or the user may not be assigned to the correct user group.
  System Settings: Certain system settings or configurations may restrict access to specific functionalities.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Go to the SAP authorization management (transaction code SU01 for user maintenance or PFCG for role maintenance).
  Verify the roles