How To Fix FSBP_DIFF_CRITERION006 - You are not authorized to change criterion &2 in role &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSBP_DIFF_CRITERION - Differentiation Criterion

• Message number: 006

• Message text: You are not authorized to change criterion &2 in role &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSBP_DIFF_CRITERION006 - You are not authorized to change criterion &2 in role &1 ?

  The SAP error message FSBP_DIFF_CRITERION006 indicates that a user is attempting to change a specific criterion in a role for which they do not have the necessary authorization. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Business Partner (BP) or similar modules where roles and authorizations are critical for maintaining data integrity and security.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization to modify the specified criterion in the role.
  Role Configuration: The role may be configured in such a way that certain criteria are restricted from being changed by users without specific authorizations.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly set up to include the necessary authorizations for the actions they are trying to perform.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions to change the criterion.
  
  
  
  Modify Role Authorizations:
  
  If you have the necessary administrative rights, you can modify the role in transaction PFCG to include the required authorizations for the user.
  Ensure that the role is properly assigned to the user and that the authorizations are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. They can help identify the missing authorizations and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the roles and authorizations they need to perform their tasks. Proper documentation can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that govern the changes to roles and criteria in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this specific error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.