How To Fix DD_ABAP_LANG_VERS009 - User &1 is not allowed to act on object (&2, &3); Action code = &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DD_ABAP_LANG_VERS - DDIC: Messages for ABAP Language Version Support

• Message number: 009

• Message text: User &1 is not allowed to act on object (&2, &3); Action code = &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DD_ABAP_LANG_VERS009 - User &1 is not allowed to act on object (&2, &3); Action code = &4 ?

  The SAP error message DD_ABAP_LANG_VERS009 indicates that a user is attempting to perform an action on a specific object but does not have the necessary authorizations to do so. The message format includes placeholders for the user ID, object type, object name, and action code, which provide context for the error.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization to perform the specified action on the given object. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in the user's profile.
  Object Restrictions: The object itself may have restrictions that prevent certain users from acting on it, based on the configuration or security settings.
  Incorrect Action Code: The action code specified may not be valid for the user or the object type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to display the user profile and check the assigned roles and authorizations.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include the required authorizations for the action they are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the specific authorization object related to the action and object type mentioned in the error message.
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the authorization check and see which authorizations are missing.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the roles assigned to the user or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Use transaction code PFCG to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the action again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that govern access to the specific actions and objects in question.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the DD_ABAP_LANG_VERS009 error.