How To Fix DS138 - Changes prohibited by user &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Changes prohibited by user &

What causes this issue?

Another user has locked the program with an editor lock flag. While the
flag is set, only this user can edit the program.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DS138 - Changes prohibited by user & ?

  The SAP error message DS138 ("Changes prohibited by user") typically occurs when a user attempts to make changes to a document or data that they do not have the necessary permissions to modify. This can happen in various contexts, such as during the processing of documents in modules like SAP MM (Materials Management), SD (Sales and Distribution), or others.
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization to make changes to the specific document or data.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that prohibits changes (e.g., it may be locked for editing).
  User Roles: The user may not be assigned to the correct role that allows for editing or changing the data.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the SAP system may restrict changes based on user profiles or document types.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify the user's roles and authorizations using transaction code SU53 to see if there are any missing authorizations.
  If necessary, contact your SAP security administrator to request the appropriate authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Document Status:
  
  Check the status of the document you are trying to edit. If it is locked or in a status that does not allow changes, you may need to wait until it is released or unlocked.
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the user has been assigned the correct roles that allow for the necessary changes. This can be done through transaction code PFCG.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to review any settings that may be preventing changes based on user profiles or document types.
  
  
  
  Error Logs:
  
  Check the system logs for any additional error messages or information that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SM21: System Log
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for specific modules to understand the implications of document statuses and user authorizations.
  
  
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the DS138 error and implement a solution to resolve it.