How To Fix DS091 - You are not authorized to edit authorization group &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DS - Messages for Editing Text Elements in ABAP Programs

• Message number: 091

• Message text: You are not authorized to edit authorization group &

What causes this issue?

This program is assigned to an authorization group, but you are not
authorized to edit programs in this group.

System Response

How to fix this error?

In your user master record, check the authorization object S_EDITOR.
The field P_GROUP is used to check authorization groups. The field
EDT_ACTION specifies, for programs with the relevant authorization
groups, whether you can only display the source code (contents "SHOW")
or whether you can also make changes (contents "EDIT").

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DS091 - You are not authorized to edit authorization group & ?

  The SAP error message DS091, which states "You are not authorized to edit authorization group &," typically occurs when a user attempts to modify an authorization group for a particular object or transaction but lacks the necessary permissions to do so. This error is related to the authorization concept in SAP, which restricts access to certain functionalities based on user roles and permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations to edit the specified authorization group.
  Authorization Group Restrictions: The authorization group may have specific restrictions that prevent certain users from making changes.
  Role Configuration: The user's role may not include the necessary permissions to edit authorization groups.
  
  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 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can add the required authorizations to the user's role using transaction PFCG.
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorization objects, such as S_USER_AUTH or S_AUTHORITY, which may be required to edit authorization groups.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security administrator or the person responsible for user management in your organization. They can review and adjust the user's authorizations as needed.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Group Settings:
  
  Check the settings of the authorization group in transaction SE54 or SU21 to ensure that it is configured correctly and that there are no restrictions preventing the user from making changes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Understanding the relevant authorization objects and their fields is crucial for troubleshooting authorization issues.
  Role Maintenance: Familiarity with role maintenance in SAP (using PFCG) is essential for managing user permissions effectively.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization concepts and troubleshooting authorization issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the DS091 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.