How To Fix FDT_WD_SERVICE044 - You are not authorized to perform XML imports

FDT_WD_SERVICE044 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_WD_SERVICE - FDT_WD: Message class for messages in SFDT_WD_SERVICE

• Message number: 044

• Message text: You are not authorized to perform XML imports

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_WD_SERVICE044 - You are not authorized to perform XML imports ?

  The SAP error message FDT_WD_SERVICE044 indicates that a user is not authorized to perform XML imports in the context of the SAP Fiori or SAP Web Dynpro applications. This error typically arises when a user attempts to import XML data into the system but lacks the necessary authorizations.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is insufficient authorization for the user role that is trying to perform the XML import. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The user may not have the required authorization objects assigned to their role.
  Role Configuration: The role assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for XML import operations.
  Profile Issues: The user’s profile may not be correctly configured to allow XML imports.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization