How To Fix IDOC_METADATA412 - You do not have authorization to change this data

IDOC_METADATA412 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDOC_METADATA - Messages for metadata for the IDoc adapter

• Message number: 412

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

What causes this issue?

For the function you have selected, you require the authorization
S_IDOCMETA with the activity Change.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDOC_METADATA412 - You do not have authorization to change this data ?

  The SAP error message IDOC_METADATA412, which states "You do not have authorization to change this data," typically occurs when a user attempts to modify data in an IDoc (Intermediate Document) but lacks the necessary authorizations to perform that action. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to update IDoc metadata or when processing IDocs in a way that requires specific permissions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization objects assigned to their user profile to change the IDoc data.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or function module being used.
  IDoc Status: The IDoc may be in a status that does not allow changes (e.g., it is already processed or in error).
  System Configuration: There may be system-wide settings or configurations that restrict access to certain IDoc operations.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the