How To Fix IUUC_AUTH002 - User &1 is not authorized to use the change log

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IUUC_AUTH -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: User &1 is not authorized to use the change log

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IUUC_AUTH002 - User &1 is not authorized to use the change log ?

  The SAP error message IUUC_AUTH002 indicates that a user is not authorized to access the change log. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Landscape Transformation (SLT) or when working with data replication scenarios where change logs are used to track changes in the source system.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by insufficient authorizations for the user trying to access the change log. Specifically, the user lacks the necessary permissions to read from the change log tables, which are essential for the replication process.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you need to ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations. Here are the steps to do that:
  
  
  Identify the User: Determine which user is encountering the error (the user represented by &1 in the error message).
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to display the user profile.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Assign Required Roles:
  
  The user typically needs to have roles that include the following authorizations:
  
  S_TABU_DIS: Authorization for table access.
  S_DATASET: Authorization for file access (if applicable).
  S_RFC: Authorization for Remote Function Call (if applicable).
  
  
  Specifically, for change log access, ensure that the user has access to the relevant change log tables (e.g., UC_LOG_* tables).
  
  
  
  Use Authorization Objects:
  
  You may need to create or modify roles to include specific authorization objects related to change log access. This can be done using transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the functionality again to confirm that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Change Log Tables: Familiarize yourself with the specific change log tables used in your SAP environment, as these may vary based on the configuration and the data being replicated.
  SLT Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to SLT and change log management for more detailed information on authorization requirements.
  Security Audit: If you are managing user roles and authorizations, consider conducting a security audit to ensure that users have the appropriate access levels without excessive permissions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.