How To Fix AD918 - Command & not allowed

AD918 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 918

• Message text: Command & not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD918 - Command & not allowed ?

  The SAP error message AD918 ("Command & not allowed") typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a command or action that is not permitted in the current context or environment. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to execute a transaction, run a report, or perform an operation that is restricted due to user authorizations, system settings, or the current state of the application.
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to execute the command.
  System Configuration: Certain commands may be disabled in the system configuration or specific transaction codes may be restricted.
  Context Restrictions: The command may not be valid in the current context (e.g., trying to execute a command in a mode where it is not allowed).
  Technical Errors: There may be underlying technical issues or bugs in the system that prevent the command from being executed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary