How To Fix DGEXC117 - You are not authorized to change data for object &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DGEXC - Messages for Exceptions to DG Regulations

• Message number: 117

• Message text: You are not authorized to change data for object &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DGEXC117 - You are not authorized to change data for object &1 ?

  The SAP error message DGEXC117, which states "You are not authorized to change data for object &1," typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to perform a specific action on a particular object in the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to modify data in a transaction, report, or configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization object or permissions to change the specified data.
  Role Assignment: The user's assigned roles may not include the necessary authorizations for the action they are trying to perform.
  Object-Specific Restrictions: There may be specific restrictions on the object that prevent changes, such as status settings or locks.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to analyze the authorization check. This will show which authorization object failed and why.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, a security administrator or someone with the appropriate permissions should modify the user's roles to include the required authorizations for the object in question.
  Ensure that the roles are properly assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Object-Specific Settings:
  
  Check if there are any specific settings or configurations related to the object that might be preventing changes. This could include status settings, locks, or other restrictions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After changes are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt the action again to see if the issue is 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 permissions required.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  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 the cause of the DGEXC117 error and implement a solution to resolve the authorization issue.