How To Fix IDOC_METADATA413 - You do not have authorization to create this data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 413

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

What causes this issue?

For the transaction you have selected, you require the authorization
S_IDOCMETA with at least the activity <ZK>Create</>.

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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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDOC_METADATA413 - You do not have authorization to create this data ?

  The SAP error message IDOC_METADATA413 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to create a specific type of data related to IDocs (Intermediate Documents). This error typically arises in scenarios where a user attempts to create or modify IDoc metadata or related objects without the appropriate permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorizations in their role/profile to create or modify IDoc metadata.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary transactions or object authorizations related to IDocs.
  Missing Authorization Objects: Specific authorization objects related to IDoc processing (like S_IDOC or S_TCODE) may not be included in the user's profile.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the missing authorizations.
  This transaction will show you the last authorization check and help identify what is missing.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 to check the user’s roles and profiles.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include IDoc creation and modification permissions.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Use transaction PFCG to manage roles and add the necessary authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to change roles or profiles, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the IDoc creation process again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for IDocs, such as:
  
  S_IDOC: IDoc processing authorizations.
  S_TCODE: Transaction code authorizations.
  
  
  
  IDoc Processing: Understanding the IDoc processing framework in SAP can help in troubleshooting and ensuring that users have the correct access to perform their tasks.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on IDoc processing and authorization management.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IDOC_METADATA413 error and ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to create the required data.