How To Fix CNV_PE_GEN143 - No authorization to create ABAP program/include &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_PE_GEN - Messages for object generation

• Message number: 143

• Message text: No authorization to create ABAP program/include &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_PE_GEN143 - No authorization to create ABAP program/include &1 ?

  The SAP error message CNV_PE_GEN143 indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to create an ABAP program or include with the specified name. This error typically occurs during data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using tools like SAP's Data Migration Workbench or other conversion tools.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorizations in the user's role. Specifically, the user needs the following authorizations to create ABAP programs or includes:
  
  Authorization Object S_PROGRAM: This object controls access to ABAP programs. The user must have the necessary permissions to create or modify programs.
  Authorization Object S_DEVELOP: This object is related to development activities and may also be required depending on the specific actions being performed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check which authorization checks failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorizations are missing.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary administrative rights, you can modify the user's roles to include the required authorizations. This can be done using transaction code PFCG.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for the S_PROGRAM and S_DEVELOP objects.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles, contact your SAP security administrator or BASIS team. They can review the user's roles and add the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After updating the authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new roles take effect. Then, attempt the action that caused the error again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SE80: Object Navigator (for ABAP development)
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  S_PROGRAM: Authorization for program execution and modification.
  S_DEVELOP: Authorization for development activities.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation or help portal for more detailed information on authorization management and troubleshooting authorization issues.
  
  
  By ensuring that the user has the correct authorizations, you should be able to resolve the CNV_PE_GEN143 error and allow the creation of the ABAP program or include.