How To Fix UMK135 - No authorization for translating short texts

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UMK - Measures

• Message number: 135

• Message text: No authorization for translating short texts

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UMK135 - No authorization for translating short texts ?

  The SAP error message UMK135, which states "No authorization for translating short texts," typically occurs when a user attempts to access or modify short text translations in the SAP system but lacks the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  The error is primarily caused by insufficient authorization in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user does not have the required permissions to perform translation activities for short texts in the SAP system. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The user may not have the necessary authorization objects assigned to their user profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for translation activities.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured to allow access to translation functions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UMK135 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insights into which specific authorization object is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Use transaction code PFCG to review the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for translation activities.
  
  
  
  Add Required Authorizations:
  
  If you identify missing authorizations, you may need to add the relevant authorization objects to the user's role. Common authorization objects related to translations include:
  
  S_TCODE: Authorization for transaction codes.
  S_LANGU: Authorization for language-dependent activities.
  S_TRANSPRT: Authorization for transport requests (if applicable).
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to modify roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SE63: Translation Tools (for managing translations)
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects and their fields to ensure proper configuration.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization management and translation processes.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UMK135 error and enable the user to perform the necessary translation activities in SAP.