How To Fix DFS_FE_COMMON188 - You are not authorized to create.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DFS_FE_COMMON - Message Class for DFS Force Element

• Message number: 188

• Message text: You are not authorized to create.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DFS_FE_COMMON188 - You are not authorized to create. ?

  The SAP error message DFS_FE_COMMON188, which states "You are not authorized to create," typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary permissions to perform the action they are attempting, such as creating a document, record, or object in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user’s role or profile does not include the necessary authorizations to create the specific object or document.
  Missing Authorization Objects: The required authorization objects for the action are not assigned to the user.
  User Role Configuration: The user may not be assigned to the correct role that includes the necessary permissions.
  System Configuration: There may be system-wide settings or configurations that restrict certain actions based on user roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in the SAP system. Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for the action they are trying to perform.
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects: Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check which authorization objects are missing. This transaction will show the last authorization check and can help identify what is lacking.
  
  
  Modify User Authorizations: If you have the necessary administrative rights, you can modify the user’s authorizations using transaction code PFCG. Add the required authorization objects to the user’s role.
  
  
  Consult with Security Team: If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security or basis team. Provide them with the details of the error and the actions you were trying to perform.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Test the action again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization management and role configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the DFS_FE_COMMON188 error.