How To Fix GK072 - No maintenance authorization for view "&" - display only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 072

• Message text: No maintenance authorization for view "&" - display only

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GK072 - No maintenance authorization for view "&" - display only ?

  The SAP error message GK072 "No maintenance authorization for view '&' - display only" typically occurs when a user attempts to access or modify a database view in SAP for which they do not have the necessary authorization. This error is related to the authorization checks that SAP performs to ensure that users have the appropriate permissions to access or modify certain data.
  Cause:
  
  Lack of Authorization: The user does not have the required authorization to maintain (create, change, or delete) the specified view.
  Display-Only Access: The view is set up in such a way that it can only be displayed and not modified, which may be due to system settings or the specific configuration of the view.
  Role Assignment: The user’s role may not include the necessary authorizations for the specific transaction or view.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure that the necessary permissions are granted.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, a security administrator can modify the user’s roles to include the required authorizations for the view in question.
  Ensure that the roles assigned to the user include the necessary authorization objects related to the view.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary access.
  
  
  
  Review View Configuration:
  
  If the view is intended to be display-only, confirm that this is the intended behavior. If modifications are required, the view configuration may need to be adjusted by a developer or administrator.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the authorization model in SAP and understand the limitations of their access rights.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: The specific authorization objects that may be relevant include S_TABU_DIS (Table/View Authorization) and S_TABU_CLI (Client-Specific Table/View Authorization).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), and SU53 (Display Authorization Check) for managing user roles and authorizations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message, as there may be specific patches or recommendations provided by SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GK072 error and ensure that users have the appropriate access to the views they need to work with.