How To Fix 5@024 - You have no authorization to save the data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5@ -

• Message number: 024

• Message text: You have no authorization to save the data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5@024 - You have no authorization to save the data ?

  The SAP error message "5@024 You have no authorization to save the data" typically indicates that the user attempting to perform a save operation does not have the necessary authorizations to do so. This can occur in various SAP modules, such as SAP ERP, SAP S/4HANA, or others, depending on the context in which the error arises.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user lacks the required authorization objects or roles that permit them to save data in the specific transaction or application.
  Role Assignment Issues: The user may not have been assigned the correct roles that include the necessary permissions.
  Authorization Profile Issues: The authorization profile assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for the action they are trying to perform.
  Data Locking: In some cases, the data might be locked by another user or process, preventing the current user from saving changes.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify that the user has the appropriate roles assigned. This can be done by checking the user’s profile in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Review Authorization Objects: Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This transaction provides a detailed report of the last authorization check and can help identify missing authorizations.
  Consult with Security Team: If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security or basis team to request the necessary permissions.
  Transaction-Specific Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the required authorizations for the specific transaction code they are trying to execute.
  Testing in a Different Environment: If possible, test the same operation in a different environment (like a development or test system) to see if the issue persists, which can help isolate the problem.
  Check for Data Locks: If the issue is related to data locking, check if another user is currently editing the same data. You can use transaction SM12 to view and manage locks.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to the transaction you are working with. Common objects include S_DATASET, S_TCODE, and others depending on the context.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SU01, SU53, PFCG (Role Maintenance), and SM12 (Lock Entries) to manage user authorizations and troubleshoot issues.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the error message.