IM458 - Transaction &1 not allowed for notification type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IM - Maintenance notifications

• Message number: 458

• Message text: Transaction &1 not allowed for notification type &2

What causes this issue?

The notification type refers to a particular notification category and
the transaction is defined for another notification category.

System Response

The System does not permit the transaction for this notification type.

How to fix this error?

The System administrator has to check Tables TQ8T and TQ80 and change
them accordingly.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IM458 - Transaction &1 not allowed for notification type &2 ?

  The SAP error message IM458, which states "Transaction &1 not allowed for notification type &2," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) or SAP Customer Service (CS) modules. This error indicates that the specific transaction you are trying to execute is not permitted for the given notification type.
  Cause:
  
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions are restricted for specific notification types due to business rules or configuration settings. For example, you may be trying to perform a transaction that is not applicable to the notification type you are working with.
  Configuration Settings: The notification type may not be configured to allow the transaction you are attempting. This can happen if the notification type is set up to restrict certain actions.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction for that specific notification type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Notification Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for notification types in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for Plant Maintenance or Customer Service and check the settings for the notification type in question.
  Ensure that the transaction you are trying to execute is allowed for that notification type.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Code:
  
  Verify that you are using the correct transaction code for the action you want to perform. Sometimes, using an incorrect transaction code can lead to this error.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform the transaction for the specified notification type.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to adjust the user roles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific notification type and transaction to understand any limitations or requirements.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific configuration and version of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes for notifications in SAP PM/CS, such as IW21 (Create Notification), IW22 (Change Notification), and IW23 (Display Notification).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context on notification types and their allowed transactions.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users are trained on the correct processes and understand the limitations of different notification types within the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the IM458 error and implement a solution to resolve it.