How To Fix 42384 - No change authorization

42384 - Overview

• 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