How To Fix AM176 - You have only display authorization

AM176 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AM - Business Address Services

• Message number: 176

• Message text: You have only display authorization

What causes this issue?

You have only display authorization for addresses in the group "&V1&".

System Response

The Create, Change and Delete functions are inactive.

How to fix this error?

You can display the addresses, but not maintain them.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AM176 - You have only display authorization ?

  The SAP error message AM176, which states "You have only display authorization," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action in the Asset Management module (or related areas) for which they do not have the necessary authorization. This can happen in various scenarios, such as trying to create, change, or delete asset records when the user only has permission to view them.
  
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Profile: The user’s authorization profile may be set to allow only display access to certain transactions or data related to asset management.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for the actions they are trying to perform.
  Transaction Restrictions: Specific transactions may have restrictions based on the user's role or profile settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Review the user’s assigned roles in the SAP system. This can be done by navigating to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and checking the roles