How To Fix VDM_PPM_PROJ_MSG004 - Authorization for role assignment cannot be checked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VDM_PPM_PROJ_MSG - Messages for Project Brief

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Authorization for role assignment cannot be checked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VDM_PPM_PROJ_MSG004 - Authorization for role assignment cannot be checked ?

  The SAP error message VDM_PPM_PROJ_MSG004 indicates that there is an issue with the authorization for role assignment in the context of Project Portfolio Management (PPM). This error typically arises when a user attempts to perform an action that requires specific authorizations related to role assignments, but the system is unable to verify those authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the necessary authorizations to check or assign roles within the PPM module.
  Role Configuration Issues: The roles or authorizations may not be properly configured in the system.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly set up to include the necessary roles or authorizations.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the system configuration that prevent the authorization check from being performed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to analyze the authorization check failure. This will show you which specific authorizations are missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure that the necessary roles for PPM are assigned.
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the user has been assigned the correct roles that include the necessary authorizations for project management tasks.
  If roles are missing, you may need to create or modify roles in transaction PFCG to include the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  Check the relevant authorization objects related to PPM and role assignments. Common authorization objects include:
  
  S_TCODE (Transaction Codes)
  S_USER_AUTH (User Authorizations)
  S_PROJECT (Project Management)
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP security team or basis team to review the authorization setup and make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, test the functionality again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Project Portfolio Management and authorization management for detailed information on required roles and authorizations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the VDM_PPM_PROJ_MSG004 error message in SAP.