How To Fix KO291 - You do not have maintenance authorization; display only

KO291 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KO - Master data for CO orders

• Message number: 291

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

What causes this issue?

You have no authorization for maintenance with this function.

System Response

The system switches to display mode.

How to fix this error?

Notify your system administrator, if you need it. You will require
authorization for object &V1&, activity &V2&, authorization class &V3&.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

KO291 - Details

• The SAP error message KO291, which states "You do not have maintenance authorization; display only," typically occurs when a user attempts to access or modify data in a transaction or report for which they do not have the necessary authorization. This is a common issue in SAP systems where user roles and authorizations are strictly managed to ensure data integrity and security.
  
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object to perform the action they are attempting (e.g., creating, changing, or deleting records).
  Role Assignment: The user's assigned roles may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or data they are trying to access.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may be restricted to specific user groups or roles, leading to display-only access for others.
  
  
  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 transaction (e.g.,