How To Fix E9158 - Authorization group &1 does not authorize you to make changes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E9 - General IS-U Error Messages

• Message number: 158

• Message text: Authorization group &1 does not authorize you to make changes

What causes this issue?

You have entered an authorization group (BEGRU), for which you are not
authorized to change this contract.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

If you save the contract using this authorization group, you will no
longer be able to process it.

System Response

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E9158 - Authorization group &1 does not authorize you to make changes ?

  The SAP error message E9158 indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to a specific object or transaction due to the authorization group settings. This typically occurs when a user attempts to modify a configuration or data that is protected by an authorization group, and their user profile does not include the required permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Group Restrictions: The object or transaction you are trying to access is assigned to an authorization group that restricts changes to certain users.
  Missing Authorizations: The user’s role or profile does not include the necessary authorizations for the specific authorization group.
  Role Assignment Issues: The user may not have been assigned the correct roles that include the required authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user. You can do this by using transaction code SU01 to display the user profile and check the assigned roles.
  Review Authorization Groups: Identify the authorization group associated with the object or transaction you are trying to modify. This can usually be found in the object’s configuration or documentation.
  Modify Roles: If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations for the specific authorization group.
  Consult with Security Team: If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security or basis team to request the necessary changes.
  Testing: After making changes, test the user’s access again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  PFCG - Role Maintenance
  SU53 - Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to the specific authorization group.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding authorization management and best practices for role assignments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the E9158 error and ensure that the user has the appropriate access to perform the required changes.