How To Fix AD_IW201 - No authorization to execute the modification list

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD_IW - Message Class for Inspection Workbench

• Message number: 201

• Message text: No authorization to execute the modification list

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD_IW201 - No authorization to execute the modification list ?

  The SAP error message AD_IW201 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to execute a modification list. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's transport management system or when working with modification adjustments in the ABAP Workbench.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user lacks the required authorizations in their user profile to execute the modification list. This can happen if the user role does not include the necessary permissions for transport or modification activities.
  Profile Issues: The user might not be assigned to the correct roles or profiles that grant access to the required transactions.
  Transport Layer Restrictions: There may be restrictions in the transport layer settings that prevent certain users from executing modifications.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after encountering the error to analyze the authorization check. This will show you which authorization object failed.
  Review the user’s roles and profiles in transaction SU01 to ensure they have the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Assign Required Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, you may need to assign them roles that include the required authorizations. Common authorization objects related to modification lists include:
  
  S_TRAN: Authorization for transport management.
  S_DEVELOP: Authorization for development activities.
  
  
  Consult with your SAP security team to ensure the user has the appropriate roles.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Layer Settings:
  
  Check the transport layer settings in transaction SE03 (Transport Organizer Tools) to ensure that there are no restrictions preventing the user from executing modifications.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional context or updates that may be relevant.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking authorizations and roles, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SE03: Transport Organizer Tools
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to your organization's security model.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to AD_IW201 for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the AD_IW201 error message.