How To Fix DMCLG175 - You only have authorization '&2', not '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMCLG - DMC Tool Development

• Message number: 175

• Message text: You only have authorization '&2', not '&1'

What causes this issue?

The authorization check has shown that you do not have the appropriate
authorization in the user master record.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Your system administrator should maintain your user master record.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMCLG175 - You only have authorization '&2', not '&1' ?

  The SAP error message DMCLG175 indicates an authorization issue where a user is trying to perform an action for which they do not have the necessary permissions. The message typically states that the user has authorization '&2' but is attempting to access a function that requires authorization '&1'.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization object or the necessary permissions to perform the action they are attempting.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the correct roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  Authorization Object Configuration: The authorization objects may not be configured correctly in the system, leading to discrepancies in what is required versus what is granted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  Review Authorization Objects: Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the authorization check. This will show what authorizations were checked and which ones failed.
  Modify Roles: If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the roles using transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance) to include the required authorization objects.
  Consult Security Team: If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  Testing: After making changes, test the user’s access again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are used in SAP to control access to various functions and data. Each authorization object can have multiple fields that define the specific permissions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SU01 for user maintenance, PFCG for role maintenance, and SU53 for authorization checks.
  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 related to the DMCLG175 error message.