How To Fix /AIF/MES163 - You have only display authorization

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /AIF/MES -

• Message number: 163

• Message text: You have only display authorization

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /AIF/MES163 - You have only display authorization ?

  The SAP error message /AIF/MES163 You have only display authorization typically indicates that the user attempting to perform an action in the SAP Application Interface Framework (AIF) does not have the necessary authorization to execute that action. Instead, the user only has display-level access, which restricts them from making changes or performing certain operations.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user’s role or profile does not include the necessary authorizations for the action they are trying to perform. This could be due to missing authorization objects or insufficient permissions assigned to the user.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may have been configured to allow only display access to certain transactions or data.
  System Configuration: There may be system-wide settings or configurations that limit user access based on specific criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Review the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for the actions they need to perform.
  Authorization Objects: Identify the relevant authorization objects that are required for the action. This can be done by checking the documentation or consulting with your SAP security team. Common authorization objects related to AIF include:
  
  S_AIF_AUTH for AIF-specific authorizations.
  Other relevant authorization objects depending on the specific transaction or action.
  
  
  Modify Roles: If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required permissions. This can be done in transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Testing: After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Test the action again to confirm that the error is resolved.
  Consult Security Team: If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles or if you are unsure about the necessary authorizations, consult your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and AIF configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization in AIF.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue and eliminate the error message.