How To Fix JBDVT070 - You are not authorized to create a variable transaction

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: JBDVT - Messages for Variable Transaction

• Message number: 070

• Message text: You are not authorized to create a variable transaction

What causes this issue?

You are not authorized to create a variable transaction.

System Response

The system cannot carry out the activity.

How to fix this error?

Request authorization from your system administrator.
Under 'System -> Utilities -> Display auth. check', you can display the
last authorization check made.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message JBDVT070 - You are not authorized to create a variable transaction ?

  The SAP error message JBDVT070, which states "You are not authorized to create a variable transaction," typically occurs when a user attempts to create a variable transaction in the SAP system but lacks the necessary authorizations to perform this action. This error is often related to the authorization settings in the SAP system, particularly in the context of the SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC).
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization objects assigned to their user profile to create variable transactions.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or activity.
  Profile Restrictions: The user’s profile may have restrictions that prevent them from creating or modifying variable transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization checks failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorizations are missing.
  Review the authorization objects related to variable transactions, such as S_BW_BCT (for BW) or other relevant objects.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  Work with your SAP security team to ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations for creating variable transactions.
  If the user needs to create variable transactions frequently, consider creating or modifying a role that includes the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Request Additional Authorizations:
  
  If the user requires additional authorizations, they can submit a request to the SAP security team or the appropriate authority in your organization to have the necessary permissions granted.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Attempt to create the variable transaction again to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to variable transactions in your specific SAP environment.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and best practices for role assignments.
  Security Audit: Regularly audit user roles and authorizations to ensure compliance and minimize the risk of unauthorized access.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.