How To Fix UMR003 - You are not authorized to change this hierarchy node

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UMR - Risk

• Message number: 003

• Message text: You are not authorized to change this hierarchy node

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 UMR003 - You are not authorized to change this hierarchy node ?

  The SAP error message UMR003, which states "You are not authorized to change this hierarchy node," typically occurs when a user attempts to modify a hierarchy node in SAP but lacks the necessary authorizations to perform that action. This error is commonly encountered in modules that involve hierarchical data structures, such as SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP Controlling (CO).
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The primary cause of this error is that the user does not have the required authorization object to change the hierarchy node. This could be due to missing roles or permissions assigned to the user profile.
  Hierarchy Locking: The hierarchy node may be locked for editing by another user or process, preventing changes.
  Incorrect Hierarchy Settings: The hierarchy itself may have settings that restrict changes to certain users or roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions to modify the hierarchy node.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, a security administrator can modify the user's roles or create a new role that includes the required authorization objects (e.g., S_HIER for hierarchy management).
  
  
  
  Hierarchy Maintenance:
  
  Ensure that the hierarchy node is not locked. If it is locked, you may need to wait for the other user to finish their changes or contact them to unlock it.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific module you are working with to understand the hierarchy management and authorization requirements.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking authorizations and hierarchy settings, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to hierarchy management. Common objects include S_HIER and others specific to the module in use.
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53: Check authorization failures.
  PFCG: Role maintenance.
  SE93: Check for authorization objects related to specific transactions.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that users are assigned to the correct roles that align with their job functions and responsibilities.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UMR003 error and gain the necessary access to modify the hierarchy node in SAP.