How To Fix FDT_WD_EXPRESSION054 - No authorization to use DDBV &1 (authorization object FDT_DDBV)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_WD_EXPRESSION -

• Message number: 054

• Message text: No authorization to use DDBV &1 (authorization object FDT_DDBV)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_WD_EXPRESSION054 - No authorization to use DDBV &1 (authorization object FDT_DDBV) ?

  The SAP error message FDT_WD_EXPRESSION054 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to use a specific Data Dictionary View (DDBV) in the context of SAP Fiori or other applications that utilize the FDT (Form Data Tool) framework. The error message specifically mentions the authorization object FDT_DDBV.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a user attempts to access or utilize a Data Dictionary View for which they do not have the required authorizations. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user’s role does not include the necessary permissions to access the specified DDBV.
  Incorrect Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the correct roles that include the required authorizations.
  Changes in Authorization Objects: If there have been recent changes to the authorization objects or roles, it may have inadvertently removed access to certain DDBVs.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to check the user’s roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations for the DDBV in question.
  You can use transaction PFCG to review and modify roles.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorization is missing, you may need to add the necessary authorization to the user’s role. This can be done by:
  
  Editing the role in transaction PFCG.
  Adding the authorization object FDT_DDBV with the appropriate values (like the specific DDBV name).
  
  
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the functionality again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to assist in resolving the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Object FDT_DDBV: This object controls access to Data Dictionary Views in the FDT framework. It is essential to understand the fields and values associated with this object to properly configure authorizations.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation related to FDT and authorization management for more detailed information on managing authorizations.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue related to the error message FDT_WD_EXPRESSION054.