How To Fix BDEF021 - You are not authorized to create Behavior Extensions

BDEF021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BDEF -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: You are not authorized to create Behavior Extensions

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BDEF021 - You are not authorized to create Behavior Extensions ?

  The SAP error message BDEF021, which states "You are not authorized to create Behavior Extensions," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) or SAP S/4HANA when a user attempts to create behavior extensions for business objects but lacks the necessary authorizations.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is insufficient authorization for the user trying to create behavior extensions. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Roles: The user does not have the required roles assigned that grant permission to create behavior extensions.
  Authorization Objects: The necessary authorization objects related to behavior extension creation are not included in the user's profile.
  System Configuration: The system may not be configured to allow certain users to create behavior extensions.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BDEF021 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned. Typically, roles related to development or extension capabilities in the SAP system are required.
  Common roles that may be