How To Fix D3073 - You are not authorized to execute the command

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D3 - CCMS - DB2 on OS390

• Message number: 073

• Message text: You are not authorized to execute the command

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D3073 - You are not authorized to execute the command ?

  The SAP error message D3073, which states "You are not authorized to execute the command," typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to perform a specific action or command within the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to execute a transaction, access a report, or perform a specific function.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user role assigned to the user does not include the necessary authorizations for the command or transaction being executed.
  Role Assignment Issues: The user may not have been assigned the correct role or profile that includes the required permissions.
  Authorization Object Restrictions: The authorization objects associated with the command may have restrictions that the user does not meet.
  System Configuration Changes: Recent changes in system configuration or role definitions may have inadvertently removed necessary permissions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  Review Authorization Objects: Use transaction SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization objects were checked and failed. This can provide insight into what specific permissions are lacking.
  Modify Roles: If the user is missing the required authorizations, a security administrator can modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the necessary permissions.
  Consult with Security Team: If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required authorizations.
  Testing: After changes are made, have the user log out and back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect, and then test the command again.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that may be associated with the command you are trying to execute. This can often be found in the documentation or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding user roles and authorizations to understand the structure and requirements for your specific SAP environment.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, further investigation may be required, potentially involving SAP support or deeper analysis of the system's authorization setup.