How To Fix DFS_FE_COMMON191 - You are not authorized to change the status to submitted.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 191

• Message text: You are not authorized to change the status to submitted.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DFS_FE_COMMON191 - You are not authorized to change the status to submitted. ?

  The SAP error message DFS_FE_COMMON191, which states "You are not authorized to change the status to submitted," typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary permissions to change the status of a document or transaction to "submitted" within the SAP system. This can occur in various SAP modules, particularly in workflows or document management systems.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization roles or permissions to perform the action of submitting the document.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for the specific transaction or document type.
  Document Status Control: The system may have specific controls in place that restrict certain users from changing the status of documents based on their roles or the document's current status.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in the SAP system. This can be done by an administrator using transaction codes like SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Review Authorization Objects: Identify the relevant authorization objects that control the ability to change document statuses. Common objects include S_TCODE (Transaction Codes) and specific objects related to the module in use.
  Adjust Authorizations: If the user lacks the necessary permissions, an administrator can adjust the user's roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Consult with Security Team: If you are not an administrator, contact your SAP security team or system administrator to request the necessary changes.
  Testing: After adjustments are made, have the user log out and back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect, and then test the action again.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to user authorizations and role management to understand how to properly configure user access.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting authorization issues, such as SU53 (Display Authorization Check) to see what authorizations were checked and failed.
  
  If the issue persists after checking and adjusting authorizations, further investigation may be required, potentially involving SAP support or consulting services.