How To Fix BV204 - You are authorized to change the &1 users

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BV - Customer Measurement

• Message number: 204

• Message text: You are authorized to change the &1 users

What causes this issue?

&V1& users match the selection criteria. However, you are not
authorized to change the user type of these users because the users
belong to a user group you are not authorized to change.

System Response

The system exits the program for mass changes to user types.

How to fix this error?

Have your system administrator assign you authorization object
S_USER_GRP or have someone with the proper authorization make the
change.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BV204 - You are authorized to change the &1 users ?

  The SAP error message BV204, which states "You are authorized to change the &1 users," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action that requires authorization to change user data, but they do not have the necessary permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization to change the specified user(s). This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in their user profile.
  User Type Restrictions: The user may be trying to change a user type that they are not allowed to modify (e.g., trying to change a system user or a user with specific roles).
  Configuration Settings: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict certain users from making changes to others.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions to change user data.
  
  
  
  Assign Missing Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, work with your SAP security team to assign the appropriate roles that include the required authorizations for user management.
  
  
  
  Review User Type:
  
  Ensure that the user is not trying to change a user type that is restricted. For example, some users may have special roles that prevent them from being modified by others.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the required authorizations or how to assign them, consult with your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  Check if there are any specific configuration settings in the system that might be preventing the change. This could involve reviewing user management settings or security policies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to user management include S_USER_AUTH, S_USER_PRO, and S_USER_AGR. Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on user management and authorization concepts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BV204 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.