How To Fix DG878 - You are not authorized to change table &1 (object '&2')

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DG - DG: Messages for Dangerous Goods Management

• Message number: 878

• Message text: You are not authorized to change table &1 (object '&2')

What causes this issue?

You do not have authorization to edit data in table &V1&.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE EHS_NA_ADMIN OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DG878 - You are not authorized to change table &1 (object '&2') ?

  The SAP error message DG878 indicates that a user is attempting to change a table for which they do not have the necessary authorization. This is a common issue in SAP systems where access control is strictly enforced to maintain data integrity and security.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations to modify the specified table.
  Authorization Object: The authorization object associated with the table does not include the necessary permissions for the user role.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned the correct role that includes the necessary authorizations for the table in question.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DG878 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code PFCG to review the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the role includes the necessary authorizations for the table in question.
  If the role does not have the required authorizations, you may need to modify the role or create a new one that includes the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Objects:
  
  If you have access, you can modify the authorization objects associated with the role to include the necessary permissions for the table.
  Ensure that the authorization object for the table includes the correct activity (e.g., change, display) that the user needs.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the details of the error and the table you are trying to access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, 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 error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects are used to control access to various functions and data. Each object can have multiple fields that define the specific authorizations required.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display last authorization check.
  PFCG: Role maintenance.
  SU01: User maintenance (to check user roles).
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the DG878 error.