How To Fix IDOC_ADAPTER412 - You do not have authorization to change this data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDOC_ADAPTER - Messages for the IDoc Adapter

• Message number: 412

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

What causes this issue?

You require the authorization S_XMB_ACT with the activity <ZK>Change</>
for this function.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Contact your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDOC_ADAPTER412 - You do not have authorization to change this data ?

  The SAP error message IDOC_ADAPTER412, which states "You do not have authorization to change this data," typically occurs when a user attempts to modify data related to IDocs (Intermediate Documents) but lacks the necessary authorizations to perform that action. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when processing inbound or outbound IDocs.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization objects assigned to their user profile to change the specific data related to IDocs.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the IDoc processing activities.
  Data Protection: Certain data may be protected due to business rules or configurations that restrict changes to specific 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 profiles in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure that the necessary authorizations for IDoc processing are included.
  
  
  
  Assign Missing Authorizations:
  
  If you identify missing authorizations, you may need to work with your SAP security team to add the required authorization objects to the user’s role.
  Common authorization objects related to IDocs include S_IDOC, S_DATA, and others depending on the specific IDoc processing requirements.
  
  
  
  Review IDoc Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the IDoc processing configuration is set up correctly and that there are no restrictions in place that would prevent the user from making changes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific authorization objects related to IDoc processing to understand what permissions are necessary.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, test the IDoc processing again to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE02 or WE05: To monitor and analyze IDocs.
  WE19: To test IDoc processing.
  SU01: To manage user accounts.
  PFCG: To manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  S_IDOC: General authorization for IDoc processing.
  S_DATA: Authorization for data access, which may be relevant depending on the context of the IDoc.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance on authorization for IDoc processing.
  
  
  If the problem persists after checking and updating authorizations, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.