How To Fix APB_FPM_CONF012 - You are not authorized to create a WD application

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APB_FPM_CONF -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: You are not authorized to create a WD application

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APB_FPM_CONF012 - You are not authorized to create a WD application ?

  The SAP error message APB_FPM_CONF012 indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to create a Web Dynpro (WD) application in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of the Floorplan Manager (FPM) or when working with Web Dynpro applications.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorizations assigned to the user. Specifically, the user may not have the necessary roles or permissions to create or modify Web Dynpro applications. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The user may not have the required authorization objects related to FPM or Web Dynpro.
  Role Assignment: The user might not be assigned to the correct roles that include the necessary permissions.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be configured correctly to allow for application creation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Ensure that the user has roles that include the necessary authorizations for creating Web Dynpro applications.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Check the authorization objects related to FPM and Web Dynpro. Common authorization objects include:
  
  S_FPM (Authorization for Floorplan Manager)
  S_WD (Authorization for Web Dynpro)
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  
  
  
  Assign Missing Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required roles, assign the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for creating Web Dynpro applications.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are unsure about which roles or authorizations are needed, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help identify the correct roles and ensure that the user has the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  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 roles related to FPM and Web Dynpro.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance on authorization problems related to FPM and Web Dynpro.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue and allow the user to create Web Dynpro applications successfully.