How To Fix ABAP_LANGUAGE_VRSN004 - You are not authorized to set the ABAP language version.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ABAP_LANGUAGE_VRSN - ABAP Language Version

• Message number: 004

• Message text: You are not authorized to set the ABAP language version.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ABAP_LANGUAGE_VRSN004 - You are not authorized to set the ABAP language version. ?

  The SAP error message ABAP_LANGUAGE_VRSN004 indicates that a user is attempting to set or change the ABAP language version but does not have the necessary authorization to perform this action. This error typically arises in the context of managing language versions for ABAP programs or objects.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorizations in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user may not have the required authorization object that allows them to change the ABAP language version.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. You can do this by using transaction code SU01 to display the user profile.
  Look for the authorization object S_PROGRAM or S_DEVELOP which may include the necessary permissions to change the ABAP language version.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or assign a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  This can be done using transaction code PFCG to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change user roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. They can review and adjust the authorizations as needed.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Attempt to set the ABAP language version again to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  S_PROGRAM: This authorization object is used to control access to ABAP programs and may include permissions for changing language versions.
  S_DEVELOP: This object is related to development activities and may also be relevant depending on the context of the action being performed.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User maintenance to check and modify user profiles.
  PFCG: Role maintenance to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or the SAP Help Portal for more detailed information on authorization management and the specific authorization objects related to ABAP development.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ABAP_LANGUAGE_VRSN004 error and allow the user to set the ABAP language version as needed.