How To Fix DT670 - No authorization to change the technical settings for &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 670

• Message text: No authorization to change the technical settings for &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DT670 - No authorization to change the technical settings for & ?

  The SAP error message DT670 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to change the technical settings for a specific object, which is represented by the placeholder "&". This typically occurs when a user attempts to modify settings related to data elements, domains, or other technical objects in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization object to perform the action. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in their user profile.
  Object Locking: The object may be locked by another user or process, preventing changes.
  System Configuration: The system may have specific configurations that restrict certain users from making changes to technical settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions to change technical settings.
  
  
  
  Request Additional Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, they should contact their SAP security administrator to request the required roles or permissions.
  
  
  
  Review Object Locking:
  
  Check if the object is locked by another user. You can use transaction SM12 to see if there are any locks on the object and, if necessary, unlock it.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding the specific technical settings and the required authorizations for making changes.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or security team to review system configurations that may be affecting user permissions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: The specific authorization objects related to technical settings can vary based on the type of object being modified. Common authorization objects include S_TCODE (Transaction Codes) and S_DEVELOP (Development Authorization).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE14: Database Utility
  SE80: Object Navigator
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to authorization errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the DT670 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.