How To Fix COM_ATTRFRG_GEN084 - You are not authorized to change the SAP attribute &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_ATTRFRG_GEN - Message Class for Generating Attributes and Sets

• Message number: 084

• Message text: You are not authorized to change the SAP attribute &

What causes this issue?

You want to change the attribute &V1& which was predefined by SAP. You
are not authorized to do this because you are working in a customer
system.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_ATTRFRG_GEN084 - You are not authorized to change the SAP attribute & ?

  The SAP error message COM_ATTRFRG_GEN084 indicates that a user is attempting to change an attribute in the SAP system for which they do not have the necessary authorization. This is a common issue in SAP environments where user roles and authorizations are strictly managed to ensure data integrity and security.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization object to modify the specific attribute.
  Role Configuration: The user's assigned roles may not include the necessary permissions to change the attribute.
  Attribute Restrictions: Certain attributes may be restricted for modification based on business rules or configurations in the system.
  
  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 the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to view the user's profile and roles.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations for changing the attribute in question.
  If the user needs additional permissions, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. They can help identify the missing authorizations and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Check Attribute Configuration:
  
  If the attribute is restricted due to business rules, consult with the relevant business process owner or functional team to understand if the change is permissible and if any additional steps are required.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new permissions take effect. Then, attempt to change the attribute again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorizations are managed through authorization objects. You may need to look for specific authorization objects related to the attribute you are trying to change.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal documentation for specific guidelines on user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.