How To Fix BD073 - No authorization for locking/unlocking

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BD - cross-application: data transfer

• Message number: 073

• Message text: No authorization for locking/unlocking

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BD073 - No authorization for locking/unlocking ?

  The SAP error message BD073, which states "No authorization for locking/unlocking," typically occurs when a user attempts to lock or unlock an object (such as a document or a record) in the SAP system but does not have the necessary authorizations to perform that action. This can happen in various contexts, such as during data entry, processing, or when trying to manage certain transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization objects assigned to their user profile to perform locking/unlocking actions.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or object type.
  Profile Issues: The user’s authorization profile may not be updated or may have been incorrectly configured.
  Object-Specific Restrictions: There may be specific restrictions on certain objects that prevent the user from locking or unlocking them.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after receiving the error to check which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to view the user’s roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorization objects for locking/unlocking.
  If roles need to be modified, you can use transaction PFCG to adjust the roles and add the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Authorization Object:
  
  The relevant authorization object for locking/unlocking is typically S_LOCK. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions for this object.
  Check the fields within the authorization object to ensure they are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  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 roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Test the locking/unlocking functionality again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to the actions the user is trying to perform.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding user roles and authorizations to ensure compliance with security policies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BD073 error and implement a solution to resolve it.