How To Fix E2016 - Wrong parameter for DD_AUTH_CHECK: & & (inform person responsible)

E2016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E2 - DE Data Dictionary

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Wrong parameter for DD_AUTH_CHECK: & & (inform person responsible)

What causes this issue?

Function module DD_AUTH_CHECK (authorization check for ABAP/4
Dictionary and database utility) was called internally with incorrect
parameters.

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?

Please inform your system administrator.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E2016 - Wrong parameter for DD_AUTH_CHECK: & & (inform person responsible) ?

  The SAP error message E2016 "Wrong parameter for DD_AUTH_CHECK: & & (inform person responsible)" typically indicates that there is an issue with the parameters being passed to the DD_AUTH_CHECK function module. This function is used to check authorization for data dictionary objects, and the error suggests that the parameters provided do not meet the expected criteria.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters being passed to the DD_AUTH_CHECK function module may be incorrect or not formatted properly. This could be due to a programming error or a misunderstanding of the expected input.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the function may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action, leading to the error.
  Data Dictionary Issues: There may be issues with the data dictionary objects themselves, such as missing or incorrectly defined objects.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Parameters: Review the parameters being passed to the DD_AUTH_CHECK function. Ensure that they are correct and in the expected format. The parameters typically