How To Fix BV143 - You do not have authorization to change user data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BV - Customer Measurement

• Message number: 143

• Message text: You do not have authorization to change user data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BV143 - You do not have authorization to change user data ?

  The SAP error message BV143, which states "You do not have authorization to change user data," typically indicates that the user attempting to perform an action does not have the necessary permissions to modify user data in the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to change user profiles, roles, or other related data.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user lacks the required authorization objects in their user profile to perform the action.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the appropriate roles that grant access to change user data.
  Profile Restrictions: There may be restrictions in place that limit the ability to change user data based on specific criteria (e.g., organizational units).
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to restrict certain actions based on user types or other parameters.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the authorization check. This will show which authorization object failed.
  Review the user’s roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, a system administrator should assign the appropriate roles that include the required authorizations for changing user data.
  
  
  
  Authorization Object:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorization objects, such as S_USER_AUTH (User Master Maintenance) or S_USER_PRO (User Profile Maintenance), depending on the specific action being performed.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not an administrator, contact your SAP security team or system administrator to review and adjust your authorizations as needed.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After changes are made, test the action again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to user data changes.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user authorizations and roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BV143 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.