How To Fix KA371 - You do not have maintenance authorization; display only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KA - CO Overhead Costs: Overhead, Accrual Calculation

• Message number: 371

• Message text: You do not have maintenance authorization; display only

What causes this issue?

You have no authorization to change definitions for transaction &V1& in
controlling area &V2&.
The system will go into display mode.
INCLUDE NA_AUTH_K_VRGNG OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KA371 - You do not have maintenance authorization; display only ?

  The SAP error message KA371 ("You do not have maintenance authorization; display only") typically occurs when a user attempts to access or modify certain data in the SAP system but lacks the necessary authorization to do so. This is a common issue in environments where strict access controls are enforced to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with internal policies.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization roles or permissions to perform maintenance tasks on the specific object or transaction.
  Role Configuration: The user's assigned roles may not include the necessary authorizations for the specific transaction or data they are trying to access.
  Transaction Type: The transaction being accessed may be set to display-only mode for certain users based on their roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in the SAP system. This can be done by navigating to the user management area (transaction SU01) and checking the roles assigned to the user.
  Review Authorizations: Use transaction SU53 to analyze the authorization check after the error occurs. This transaction shows the last authorization check and can help identify which specific authorization is missing.
  Request Additional Authorizations: If the user requires additional permissions, they should contact their SAP security administrator or the relevant authority in their organization to request the necessary roles or authorizations.
  Role Adjustment: If you are an administrator, you may need to adjust the roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations for the user to perform the required actions.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding authorization management to ensure compliance with security policies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to user authorization include:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that may be involved in the transaction or data access.
  Security Policies: Ensure that any changes made to user roles or authorizations comply with your organization's security policies and procedures.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or security team for further investigation and resolution.