How To Fix E0824 - No authorization to change &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

• Message number: 824

• Message text: No authorization to change &

What causes this issue?

An attempt was made to change an object which was already assigned to
another user.

System Response

It could not be entered in the transport or repair request.

How to fix this error?

Find out which user has already entered this object in another
transport or repair request.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E0824 - No authorization to change & ?

  The SAP error message E0824 "No authorization to change &" typically indicates that a user is attempting to modify an object (such as a configuration setting, master data, or transaction) for which they do not have the necessary authorization. This is a common issue in SAP systems where user roles and authorizations are strictly managed to ensure data integrity and security.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization object or activity assigned to their user profile.
  Role Configuration: The user's assigned roles may not include the necessary permissions to perform the change.
  Object-Specific Restrictions: Certain objects may have specific restrictions that prevent changes unless certain conditions are met.
  Transport Layer Restrictions: If the change is being made in a transport layer, there may be restrictions based on the transport request settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can add the required authorization objects to the user’s role using transaction PFCG.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator to request the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the specific authorization objects that are relevant to the transaction or object you are trying to change. Common authorization objects include S_TCODE (Transaction Codes), S_USER_AUTH (User Authorizations), and others depending on the context.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Attempt the action again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Support:
  
  If the issue continues, consult SAP documentation or reach out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific configuration of your SAP environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Concepts: Understanding how authorizations work in SAP, including roles, profiles, and authorization objects, is crucial for troubleshooting these types of errors.
  Security Audits: Regular audits of user roles and authorizations can help prevent such issues from arising in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the E0824 error message in SAP.