How To Fix 1X219 - You are not authorized to display structure versions

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1X - General hierarchy maintenance tool message

• Message number: 219

• Message text: You are not authorized to display structure versions

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1X219 - You are not authorized to display structure versions ?

  The SAP error message 1X219 ("You are not authorized to display structure versions") typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the structure versions in the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to access certain configuration settings or data structures.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The primary cause of this error is that the user lacks the required authorization objects to view the structure versions. This could be due to missing roles or permissions assigned to the user profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary transactions or authorizations related to structure versions.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the system may have specific configurations that restrict access to certain data or transactions based on user roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to view the user profile and roles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user roles to include the required authorizations. This may involve adding specific authorization objects related to structure versions.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator or BASIS team to request the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Common authorization objects that may be relevant include:
  
  S_TCODE: Authorization for transaction codes.
  S_USER_AUTH: User authorizations.
  S_TABU_DIS: Table display authorization.
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary access to the relevant transactions and data.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display authorization check.
  SU01: User maintenance.
  PFCG: Role maintenance (to manage roles and authorizations).
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking authorizations, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the error message 1X219.