How To Fix FL099 - You are not authorized to test function modules

FL099 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FL - Function Builder messages

• Message number: 099

• Message text: You are not authorized to test function modules

What causes this issue?

You do not have the necessary authorization to execute this function
module for test purposes. This authorization includes the generation of
a test framework in which the function module can be executed.

System Response

You require authorization S_DEVELOP to perform this action.
Note: If you received this message while wanting to perform the action
in an application in a customer's system, you can generate the missing
test framework using the report RS_TESTFRAME_GENERATE. The test
framework only needs to be generated once; afterwards, it can be used as
often as required, even by other users, up to the name function module
change.

How to fix this error?

Check your authorizations (for example, using the authorization trace
function) or speak with your system administrator.
The required authorization belongs to the developer role. Authorization
object: S_DEVELOP, AktivitSt 16 (Execute), Object 'FUNC'.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FL099 - You are not authorized to test function modules ?

  The SAP error message FL099, which states "You are not authorized to test function modules," typically occurs when a user attempts to test a function module in the SAP system but lacks the necessary authorizations to do so. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when using transaction codes like SE37 (Function Builder) or SE80 (Object Navigator).
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is insufficient authorization in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user may not have the required authorization objects that allow them to execute or test function modules.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check that failed and provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Roles:
  
  If you have access to the role management (transaction PFCG), check the roles assigned to the user. Look for