How To Fix FDT_WD_EXPRESSION056 - No authorization to create a DDBV (authorization object S_DEVELOP)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_WD_EXPRESSION -

• Message number: 056

• Message text: No authorization to create a DDBV (authorization object S_DEVELOP)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_WD_EXPRESSION056 - No authorization to create a DDBV (authorization object S_DEVELOP) ?

  The SAP error message FDT_WD_EXPRESSION056 indicates that a user is attempting to create a Data Dictionary-Based View (DDBV) but lacks the necessary authorization. The specific authorization object involved is S_DEVELOP, which controls access to development activities in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The user does not have the required authorizations to create or modify DDBVs.
  The authorization profile assigned to the user does not include the necessary permissions for the S_DEVELOP object.
  The user might be trying to perform actions that are restricted due to security policies or roles assigned.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the authorization check. This will show you which specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to view the user’s profile and roles.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorization, you may need to modify their roles or profiles. This can be done by:
  
  Adding the required authorization to the existing role.
  Creating a new role that includes the necessary authorizations for S_DEVELOP.
  
  
  
  
  
  Authorization Object S_DEVELOP:
  
  Ensure that the user has the following fields populated correctly in the S_DEVELOP authorization object:
  
  ACTVT: Activity (e.g., 01 for Create, 02 for Change).
  DEVCLASS: Development class (if applicable).
  OBJ_NAME: Object name (if applicable).
  
  
  The user should have at least the Create (01) and Change (02) activities for the relevant development objects.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help ensure that the user has the appropriate access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance (to manage roles and authorizations)
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation on authorization objects and role management for more detailed information on how to manage user permissions effectively.
  
  
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Regularly review user roles and authorizations to ensure they align with current job responsibilities.
  Implement a change management process for authorizations to prevent unauthorized access.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the FDT_WD_EXPRESSION056 error message.