How To Fix DT120 - No authorization for requested DB change to table &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DT - Table activation (incl. indexes)

• Message number: 120

• Message text: No authorization for requested DB change to table &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DT120 - No authorization for requested DB change to table & ?

  The SAP error message DT120 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to perform a database change on a specific table. This error typically arises when a user attempts to execute a transaction or program that requires access to modify data in a database table, but their user profile lacks the required permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the necessary authorizations assigned to their user role to perform the requested action on the specified database table.
  Table Locking: The table may be locked for changes due to ongoing transactions or maintenance activities.
  Transport Layer Restrictions: If the change is being made in a transport layer that restricts certain operations, this could also lead to the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the authorization check. This will show which authorization object failed.
  Review the user’s roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure that the necessary authorizations for the specific table are included.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to add the necessary authorization objects to the user’s role. Common authorization objects related to database changes include:
  
  S_TABU_DIS (Table Maintenance)
  S_DATASET (File Access)
  S_TCODE (Transaction Code Access)
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate access level (e.g., display, change, or full access) for the specific table.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to modify roles, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check for Table Locks:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check if the table is locked by another user or process. If it is, you may need to wait until the lock is released.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Layer Settings:
  
  If the change is being made in a transport layer, ensure that the transport settings allow for the changes you are trying to make.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to database tables and transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for specific scenarios related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the DT120 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.