How To Fix EDATEX294 - You are not permitted to create/change communication type for services

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDATEX - Messages for Data Exchange Processes

• Message number: 294

• Message text: You are not permitted to create/change communication type for services

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

You cannot create or change the transfer type for data exchange tasks
with service-based communication control.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDATEX294 - You are not permitted to create/change communication type for services ?

  The SAP error message EDATEX294, which states "You are not permitted to create/change communication type for services," typically occurs in the context of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) or Electronic Data Transfer (EDT) settings within SAP. This error indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify communication types for services in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The most common cause of this error is that the user lacks the required authorizations in their user profile to perform the action of creating or changing communication types.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict certain users from making changes to communication types.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate roles that include the necessary permissions for the EDI/EDT functions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user's authorization profile to ensure they have the necessary permissions. This can be done using transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see what authorizations are missing.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned that include access to the relevant EDI/EDT transactions.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, a security administrator or someone with the appropriate access should modify the user's roles to include the necessary permissions.
  Common authorization objects that may need to be checked include S_TCODE (Transaction Codes) and S_USER_AUTH (User Authorizations).
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Security Team:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP Basis or security team. They can help identify the specific authorizations required and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to EDI/EDT in transaction codes like WE20 (Partner Profiles) and WE21 (Port Definition) to ensure that there are no restrictions in place that could be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as WE20, WE21, WE30, and WE60 for EDI configuration.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help guides related to EDI configuration and authorization management for more detailed instructions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EDATEX294 error and implement a solution to resolve it.