Grade Center -- Red Bar Access Denied Error:

Grading a column that you created manually in Blackboard will give you an Access Denied error (red bar) if the category for that column is set to the default “No Category.” The error can occur upon viewing an attempt in the Grade Center as well. Change the category to another type, such as assignment, homework, etc. You will then be able to enter a score in the student cell. Note: If you are using categories for weighted grades or other filtering functions, be mindful of the category name you select when changing the default “No Category.” You might wish to create a new category that is appropriate for your course.

To assign a category for the column:

  1. Go to Course Management.
  2. Click on Grade Center, and choose Full Grade Center.
  3. Find the Column of the assignment.
  4. Click on the dropdown arrows next to the assignment name at the top of the column.
  5. Choose Edit Column Information.
  6. Under Column Information, choose a category for the Category drop down menu.

      Or,

  1. Go to Course Management.
  2. Click on Grade Center, and choose Full Grade Center.
  3. Under the Manage dropdown list, Select Column Organization.
  4. Put a checkmark next to the assignment in the list that has no category.
  5. Mouse over the Change Category to dropdown list.
  6. Select the Category to give the column.
  7. Click the Submit button.

(For new columns in the Grade Center, category can be assigned within the Create Grade Column screen.)