How To Fix 42384 - No change authorization

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 42 - Information Workbench

• Message number: 384

• Message text: No change authorization

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 42384 - No change authorization ?

  The SAP error message "42384 No change authorization" typically indicates that a user is attempting to make changes to a data object (such as a master record, configuration, or transaction) for which they do not have the necessary authorization. This is a common issue in SAP systems where user roles and authorizations are strictly managed to ensure data integrity and security.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization object to perform the change. This could be due to missing roles or incorrect role assignments.
  Authorization Object Restrictions: The specific authorization object related to the transaction or data being modified may have restrictions that prevent the user from making changes.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly set up, or the user may not be assigned to the appropriate organizational units or company codes.
  Transaction-Specific Restrictions: Certain transactions may have additional checks that restrict changes based on user roles or statuses.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which authorization object is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, a security administrator should review and modify the user’s roles to include the required authorizations.
  Ensure that the user is assigned to the correct roles that provide the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or data object.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the specific authorization objects that are relevant to the transaction being executed. This can be done by checking the documentation or consulting with a security expert.
  Ensure that the authorization objects are correctly configured to allow the necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the transaction again to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to changes in master data or configuration include S_TCODE, S_USER_AUTH, and others specific to the module being used (e.g., S_MANDT, S_TABU_DIS).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization concepts and best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the "42384 No change authorization" error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.