CTS_ORGANIZER_MSG018 - User &1 does not have authorization for this action

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CTS_ORGANIZER_MSG - Message Class for the Transport Organizer

• Message number: 018

• Message text: User &1 does not have authorization for this action

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CTS_ORGANIZER_MSG018 - User &1 does not have authorization for this action ?

  The SAP error message CTS_ORGANIZER_MSG018 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to perform a specific action in the Change and Transport System (CTS). This error typically arises when a user attempts to execute a task that requires certain permissions that they do not possess.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorizations assigned to the user. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Missing Roles or Authorizations: The user may not have been assigned the necessary roles that include the required authorizations for the action they are trying to perform.
  Authorization Object Restrictions: The authorization objects related to the CTS may have restrictions that prevent the user from executing certain actions.
  Profile Changes: Changes in user profiles or roles may have inadvertently removed necessary permissions.
  Transport Management Configuration: Incorrect configuration in the transport management system can also lead to authorization issues.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to display the user profile.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include the necessary authorizations for the CTS actions.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the specific authorization objects that are required for the action the user is trying to perform. Common authorization objects related to CTS include:
  
  S_CTS_ADM (Change and Transport System Administration)
  S_CTS_TMS (Transport Management System)
  
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorizations are missing.
  
  
  
  Assign Missing Roles:
  
  If the user is missing roles, assign the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations. This can be done using transaction code PFCG.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to ensure the user is granted the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, test the action again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and roles related to the Change and Transport System.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide guidance on authorization problems in CTS.
  Transport Management System (TMS): Familiarize yourself with the TMS configuration and authorization requirements to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CTS_ORGANIZER_MSG018 error and ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform their tasks.