How To Fix BUPA_DIALOG405 - You do not have authorization to change business partners in role &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BUPA_DIALOG - SAP BP: Messages for Development Class BUPA_DIALOG

• Message number: 405

• Message text: You do not have authorization to change business partners in role &1

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BUPA_DIALOG405 - You do not have authorization to change business partners in role &1 ?

  The SAP error message BUPA_DIALOG405 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to change business partners in a specific role. This error typically arises in the context of managing business partner data within the SAP system, particularly when trying to modify a business partner that has been assigned a specific role.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of authorization for the user to perform the action of changing business partners in the specified role. In SAP, business partners can have multiple roles (e.g., customer, vendor, etc.), and each role can have its own set of authorization requirements. If the user does not have the appropriate authorization object for that role, the system will prevent them from making changes.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check that failed and provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to view the user's profile and roles.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction PFCG. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for the business partner role in question.
  If the user needs to change business partners in a specific role, ensure that the role includes the relevant authorization objects (e.g., B_BUPA_RLT for business partner roles).
  
  
  
  Modify Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the role or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Work with your SAP security team or administrator to ensure that the appropriate authorizations are granted.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Test the action again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects related to business partner management. Common objects include:
  
  B_BUPA_RLT: Business Partner Role
  B_BUPA_GRP: Business Partner Group
  B_BUPA_DTA: Business Partner Data
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on business partner roles and authorizations.
  Security Audit: Regularly audit user roles and authorizations to ensure compliance and prevent unauthorized access.
  
  If the issue persists after checking and updating authorizations, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or security team for further assistance.