How To Fix ECLVIEWER018 - You are not authorized to change this stamp

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ECLVIEWER - Message Class for ECL Viewer (EAI Wrapper)

• Message number: 018

• Message text: You are not authorized to change this stamp

What causes this issue?

The stamp cannot be changed because you do not have the required
authorization. The stamp can only be changed by the person who created
it.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECLVIEWER018 - You are not authorized to change this stamp ?

  The SAP error message ECLVIEWER018 ("You are not authorized to change this stamp") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Document Management System (DMS) or when working with electronic documents and workflows. This error indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to modify a specific document or stamp associated with it.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization roles or permissions to change the document stamp. This could be due to missing roles in the user's profile or restrictions set by the system administrator.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow changes (e.g., locked, archived, or in a workflow state that prohibits modifications).
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the DMS or workflow that restrict changes to certain users or roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user's authorization roles in the SAP system. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to modify the document stamps.
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Roles and Permissions:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, work with your SAP security team to assign the appropriate roles that include permissions for document management and stamp changes.
  
  
  
  Document Status Review:
  
  Check the status of the document. If it is locked or in a state that does not allow changes, you may need to unlock it or change its status before attempting to modify the stamp.
  
  
  
  Consult with System Administrator:
  
  If you are unsure about the required authorizations or how to change them, consult with your SAP system administrator or security team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the DMS or workflow to ensure that there are no restrictions preventing the user from making changes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE93 (to check authorization objects) and SU01 (to manage user profiles).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more details on authorization objects related to DMS and document stamps.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.