How To Fix SPROJECT367 - You are not authorized to change the global attribute

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPROJECT - General Project Management Messages

• Message number: 367

• Message text: You are not authorized to change the global attribute

What causes this issue?

You are not authorized for the action. You need the value <ZH>GLO</> for
the field <ZH>PROJ_FUNC</> in the authorization object <ZH>S_PROJ_GEN
</>, to be able to edit objects locked by the global attribute.

System Response

The action is cancelled.

How to fix this error?

Get the authorization, or get support from someone with authorization.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPROJECT367 - You are not authorized to change the global attribute ?

  The SAP error message SPROJECT367, which states "You are not authorized to change the global attribute," typically occurs when a user attempts to modify a global attribute in the SAP system but lacks the necessary authorization to perform that action. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with project management, configuration settings, or other areas where global attributes are defined.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization roles or permissions to change global attributes.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for the specific transaction or object.
  System Settings: Certain system settings or configurations may restrict changes to global attributes to specific user groups or roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to analyze the authorization check. This will show you which authorization object failed.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to add the required roles or adjust existing roles to include the necessary permissions.
  Consult with your SAP security team or administrator to ensure that the user has the appropriate access rights.
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the specific authorization objects related to the global attributes you are trying to change. Common authorization objects include:
  
  S_PROJECT: Project Management authorizations.
  S_TCODE: Transaction code authorizations.
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary values assigned to these authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Ensure that users are aware of their roles and the actions they are authorized to perform. Providing training on SAP security and authorization can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or known issues related to SPROJECT367.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  System Logs: Review system logs for additional context on the error, which may provide more details on why the authorization check failed.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to escalate the matter to your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.