How To Fix BD080 - You are not authorized to enter the user name &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 080

• Message text: You are not authorized to enter the user name &

What causes this issue?

You are not authorized to enter this user name.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If you require the authorization, contact your system administrator.
Information for System Administrators
The authorization concerned is for object S_BTCH_NAM with the value
FIELD = &V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BD080 - You are not authorized to enter the user name & ?

  The SAP error message BD080, which states "You are not authorized to enter the user name &," typically occurs when a user attempts to create or modify a user account in the SAP system but lacks the necessary authorizations to do so. This error is often related to user management and authorization issues within the SAP environment.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorizations to create or modify user accounts. This is often controlled by roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  User Type Restrictions: The system may have restrictions on which user types can be created or modified by certain users.
  Profile Parameters: Certain profile parameters may restrict user creation or modification based on specific criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify the user's roles and authorizations in transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or SU53 (Authorization Check).
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations, such as S_USER_AUTH for user administration.
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, work with your SAP security team to assign the appropriate roles that include user management permissions.
  
  
  
  Use a Different User:
  
  If the current user does not have the required permissions, consider using a different user account that has the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Security Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the required authorizations or how to modify them, consult with your SAP security or basis team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Check for User Type Restrictions:
  
  Review any configurations that may restrict the creation or modification of certain user types.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  S_USER_AUTH: User Authorization
  S_USER_PRO: User Profile
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to user authorization errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BD080 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.