How To Fix CM_EHFND_AUTH_CHECK013 - You are not allowed to modify this type of document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_AUTH_CHECK -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: You are not allowed to modify this type of document

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_AUTH_CHECK013 - You are not allowed to modify this type of document ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_AUTH_CHECK013 indicates that a user is attempting to modify a document type for which they do not have the necessary authorization. This is a common issue in SAP systems where access control is strictly enforced to ensure data integrity and security.
  
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization to modify the specific document type. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in their user profile.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may be configured in the system to be non-modifiable by specific user roles or under certain conditions.
  Configuration Settings: The system may have been configured to restrict modifications to certain document types based on business rules or compliance requirements.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error 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