How To Fix /IWFND/CM_V4_COS004 - User does not have sufficient authorization to change the customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_V4_COS -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: User does not have sufficient authorization to change the customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_V4_COS004 - User does not have sufficient authorization to change the customizing ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_V4_COS004 indicates that a user does not have sufficient authorization to change the customizing settings in the SAP system. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Gateway or OData services when a user attempts to modify configuration settings or customize certain aspects of the system without the necessary permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user lacks the required authorization objects to perform the action they are attempting. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in their user profile.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for customizing settings.
  Transport Layer Restrictions: In some cases, the system may have restrictions on who can make changes to customizing settings, especially in production environments.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the authorization check. This will show which authorization objects are missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Assign Necessary Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required roles, work with your SAP security team to assign the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for customizing.
  Common authorization objects that may be relevant include S_TCODE (Transaction Codes), S_USER_AUTH (User Authorizations), and specific objects related to the SAP Gateway.
  
  
  
  Review Customizing Settings:
  
  Ensure that the customizing settings are not locked or restricted for the user. Sometimes, certain settings may be restricted to specific user groups or roles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific customizing settings you are trying to change. There may be specific requirements or recommendations for authorizations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you believe the user should have the necessary authorizations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to customizing and configuration changes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on authorization issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the authorization issue and implement a solution to resolve the error message.