How To Fix GU313 - You do not have authorization to change this standard layout

GU313 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GU - FI-SL utilities

• Message number: 313

• Message text: You do not have authorization to change this standard layout

What causes this issue?

You have tried to change a standard layout with the authorization group
'&V1&'. However, you do not have the appropriate authorization.

System Response

The system rejects your attempt to call up this function since you do
not have this authorization.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator if you want this authorization.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GU313 - You do not have authorization to change this standard layout ?

  The SAP error message GU313, which states "You do not have authorization to change this standard layout," typically occurs when a user attempts to modify a standard layout in SAP without having the necessary authorizations. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in areas related to reporting and layout management, such as SAPscript or Smart Forms.
  
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization object to change standard layouts. This is often due to missing roles or permissions assigned to the user profile.
  Standard Layout Protection: SAP protects standard layouts to prevent unauthorized changes that could affect system integrity or reporting accuracy.
  User Role Configuration: The user may not be assigned to the correct user roles that include the necessary permissions for layout changes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can