How To Fix UMK004 - You do not have authorization for measure '&'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UMK - Measures

• Message number: 004

• Message text: You do not have authorization for measure '&'

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 UMK004 - You do not have authorization for measure '&' ?

  The SAP error message UMK004, which states "You do not have authorization for measure '&'," typically occurs when a user attempts to access a measure in SAP that they do not have the necessary authorizations for. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP Analytics Cloud, where measures are often used in reporting and analysis.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization object to access the specific measure.
  Role Assignment: The user’s role may not include the necessary permissions for the measure in question.
  Measure Configuration: The measure may be configured in a way that restricts access based on certain criteria or user groups.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that the relevant role includes access to the measure.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after receiving the error to see which authorization check failed.
  Identify the relevant authorization objects and fields that need to be adjusted.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the role using transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Add the required authorization objects that include access to the measure.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the access to the measure again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects are used to control access to various functions and data. Common authorization objects related to measures might include S_TABU_DIS (Table Display) or specific objects related to BW queries.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UMK004 error and gain access to the required measure.