How To Fix GU874 - You do not have authorization to change variables

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GU - FI-SL utilities

• Message number: 874

• Message text: You do not have authorization to change variables

What causes this issue?

You have tried to change a variable. However, you do not have the
required authorization.

System Response

The system rejects your attempt since you do not have this
authorization.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator if you want authorization to change
variables.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GU874 - You do not have authorization to change variables ?

  The SAP error message GU874, which states "You do not have authorization to change variables," typically occurs when a user attempts to modify variables in a report or query but lacks the necessary authorizations to do so. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP Query.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object to change the variables. This is often related to the authorization objects for reporting and query execution.
  Role Configuration: The user's role may not include the necessary permissions to modify variables in the specific context (e.g., in a particular report or query).
  Variable Settings: The variable may be set to be non-editable for certain users or roles.
  
  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.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary administrative rights, you can modify the user's roles to include the required authorization objects. Common authorization objects related to variable changes include:
  
  S_RS_AUTH (Authorization for Reporting)
  S_BW_AUTH (Authorization for BW)
  
  
  Ensure that the roles assigned to the user include the necessary permissions to change variables.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the details of the error and the context in which it occurred.
  
  
  
  Check Variable Settings:
  
  If you have access, check the settings of the variable in the relevant report or query to ensure it is not set to be non-editable for the user group.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, test again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and their configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the GU874 error message.