How To Fix BB072 - You are not authorized to maintain; display only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BB - Coding Block

• Message number: 072

• Message text: You are not authorized to maintain; display only

What causes this issue?

This transaction maintains cross-client tables.
To be able to use it, you require authorization to maintain these
tables (authorization object S_TABU_CLI).

System Response

The system switches into display mode.

How to fix this error?

Have your system administrator give you the necessary authorization.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BB072 - You are not authorized to maintain; display only ?

  The SAP error message BB072 ("You are not authorized to maintain; display only") typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action in SAP that requires higher authorization levels than what they currently possess. This message is common in various SAP modules, particularly in areas related to master data maintenance, such as Material Management (MM) or Sales and Distribution (SD).
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user’s role does not include the necessary authorizations to perform the requested action (e.g., creating or changing records).
  Display-Only Role: The user may have been assigned a role that only allows for display access, preventing any modifications.
  Authorization Object Restrictions: Specific authorization objects related to the transaction or data being accessed may not be granted to the user.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Review the user’s assigned roles and authorizations in the SAP system. This can be done by using transaction code SU01 to view the user profile.
  Request Additional Authorizations: If the user requires additional permissions, they should contact their SAP security administrator or the relevant authority in their organization to request the necessary authorizations.
  Review Authorization Objects: The security administrator should check the relevant authorization objects (e.g., S_DATA, S_TCODE, etc.) to ensure that the user has the correct permissions for the transaction they are trying to execute.
  Testing: After adjustments are made, the user should log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect, and then test the transaction again.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes where this error might occur include MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), VA01 (Create Sales Order), etc.
  Authorization Management: Understanding how to manage authorizations in SAP is crucial. This includes knowing how to use transaction codes like PFCG (Role Maintenance) to create or modify roles.
  Documentation: SAP provides documentation on authorization concepts, which can be helpful for both users and administrators to understand how to manage access rights effectively.
  
  If the issue persists after checking and updating authorizations, further investigation may be required, potentially involving SAP support or consulting with a technical expert.