How To Fix SPROJECT320 - You are not authorized to change the project &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPROJECT - General Project Management Messages

• Message number: 320

• Message text: You are not authorized to change the project &

What causes this issue?

You are not authorized for the action. You need the value <ZH>02</> for
the field <ZH>ACTVT</> in the authorization object <ZH>S_PROJECT</> to
change a project.

System Response

The selected action is cancelled.

How to fix this error?

Get the necessary authorization or get support from colleagues with
sufficient authorization.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPROJECT320 - You are not authorized to change the project & ?

  The SAP error message SPROJECT320 indicates that a user is attempting to make changes to a project for which they do not have the necessary authorization. This is a common issue in SAP systems, particularly in project management modules where access control is critical for maintaining data integrity and security.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization roles or permissions to modify the specified project.
  Project Status: The project may be in a status that does not allow changes (e.g., completed or locked).
  User Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the correct organizational units or project roles that grant them the necessary permissions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction code SU01 or PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions for project management.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, a security administrator should assign the appropriate roles that include permissions for project changes.
  Ensure that the roles are correctly configured to include the necessary authorizations for the specific project type.
  
  
  
  Project Status Review:
  
  Check the status of the project in question. If it is locked or completed, you may need to unlock it or change its status to allow modifications.
  This may require specific authorizations as well.
  
  
  
  Consult with Project Manager:
  
  If the user is supposed to have access but still encounters issues, consult with the project manager or the person responsible for project governance to ensure that the user is correctly assigned to the project.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or project status, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with relevant authorization objects related to project management, such as C_PROJECT or C_PROJ_ACT which control access to project-related activities.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding project management authorizations to ensure compliance with organizational policies.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.