How To Fix CD701 - You do not have authorization to display change document objects

CD701 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CD - Change Documents

• Message number: 701

• Message text: You do not have authorization to display change document objects

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CD701 - You do not have authorization to display change document objects ?

  The SAP error message CD701, which states "You do not have authorization to display change document objects," typically occurs when a user attempts to access change documents but lacks the necessary authorizations. This can happen in various SAP modules where change documents are used to track changes to data.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is insufficient authorization in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user may not have the required authorization objects to view change documents. This can be due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The user’s role does not include the necessary authorization objects related to change document display.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not be properly configured to allow access to the specific change document objects.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be updated or may not include the necessary permissions.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CD701 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after