How To Fix AQ248 - Not authorized to change table &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQ - Message texts for SAP Query

• Message number: 248

• Message text: Not authorized to change table &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQ248 - Not authorized to change table &1 ?

  The SAP error message AQ248 "Not authorized to change table &1" indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to make changes to a specific database table in the SAP system. This error typically arises when a user attempts to perform an action (like modifying, deleting, or inserting data) on a table for which they lack the appropriate permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object that grants access to change the specified table.
  Role Assignment: The user’s role may not include the necessary permissions for the specific table.
  Table-Specific Restrictions: Some tables may have specific restrictions based on the application or module, and the user may not be assigned to the relevant roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and check the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for the table in question.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the roles using transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance). Add the required authorization objects that allow changes to the specific table.
  Common authorization objects related to table changes include S_TABU_DIS (Table Maintenance) and S_DATA (Data Access).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new permissions take effect. Then, attempt the action again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to database tables. This can help in troubleshooting similar issues in the future.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  Audit Logs: If necessary, check audit logs to see if there are any other related authorization issues that might be affecting the user.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AQ248 error and ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to change the specified table.