How To Fix UMB216 - You are not authorized to display scorecard '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UMB - SEM-CPM: Balanced Scorecard

• Message number: 216

• Message text: You are not authorized to display scorecard '&1'

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UMB216 - You are not authorized to display scorecard '&1' ?

  The SAP error message UMB216, which states "You are not authorized to display scorecard '&1'," typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary permissions to access the specified scorecard in the SAP system. This error is commonly encountered in SAP BusinessObjects or SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) environments.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient User Permissions: The user account attempting to access the scorecard does not have the required authorization roles or permissions assigned to view that specific scorecard.
  Scorecard Ownership: The scorecard may be owned by a different user or group, and the current user does not have access rights to it.
  Scorecard Configuration: The scorecard may be configured to restrict access to certain users or roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles and Permissions:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user in the SAP system. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access scorecards.
  If you are an administrator, you can check the user’s roles in the user management section of the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Settings:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary permissions, you may need to modify the authorization settings. This can involve:
  
  Adding the user to a role that has access to the scorecard.
  Adjusting the permissions of the existing roles to include access to scorecards.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Scorecard Access Settings:
  
  Check the scorecard's access settings to ensure that it is not restricted to certain users or groups. You may need to adjust these settings to allow broader access.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on managing user roles and permissions related to scorecards.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking permissions and settings, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Management: Understanding how to manage user roles and permissions in SAP is crucial for resolving authorization issues.
  Scorecard Configuration: Familiarize yourself with how scorecards are configured in your specific SAP environment, as this can vary between implementations.
  Audit Logs: If available, check audit logs to see if there are any additional details regarding the authorization failure.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UMB216 error and gain access to the desired scorecard.