How To Fix 5@017 - Authorization text was changed

5@017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5@ -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Authorization text was changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5@017 - Authorization text was changed ?

  The SAP error message "5@017 Authorization text was changed" typically indicates that there has been a modification to the authorization text for a specific authorization object or field in the SAP system. This can occur due to changes made by an administrator or during a system upgrade or transport.
  
  Cause:
  
  Modification of Authorization Text: The authorization text for a specific authorization object has been changed, which can lead to inconsistencies in the authorization checks.
  Transport Issues: If the authorization texts were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), and there were discrepancies in the transport, this error may arise.
  User Role Changes: Changes in user roles or profiles that reference the modified authorization text can trigger this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Authorization Object: Verify the specific authorization object that is causing the error. You can do this by checking the transaction codes or roles associated with the user experiencing the issue.
  Review Changes: If