How To Fix UMB218 - You are not authorized to edit &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 218

• Message text: You are not authorized to edit &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 UMB218 - You are not authorized to edit &1 ?

  The SAP error message UMB218 ("You are not authorized to edit &1") typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to edit a specific object or record in the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to modify a document, transaction, or configuration setting.
  
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization object or role that grants permission to edit the specified item.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the correct role that includes the necessary permissions.
  Object-Specific Restrictions: There may be specific restrictions on the object being edited, such as status or lock indicators that prevent editing.
  Profile Issues: The user's profile may not include the necessary authorizations for the action they are trying to perform.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user. This can be done by navigating to the user management transaction (e.g., SU01) and checking the roles