How To Fix KX073 - No authorization for Transaction "Maintain data structures"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KX - EC-EIS/EC-BP: Data basis, data collection

• Message number: 073

• Message text: No authorization for Transaction "Maintain data structures"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KX073 - No authorization for Transaction "Maintain data structures" ?

  The SAP error message KX073 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to perform the transaction related to maintaining data structures. This typically occurs when a user attempts to access a transaction or function that requires specific permissions that have not been granted to their user profile.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user lacks the required authorization object for the transaction.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Authorization Profile: The authorization profile assigned to the user does not include the required permissions for the transaction.
  Transaction Code Restrictions: The transaction code may be restricted in the user's profile or role.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user. This can be done by navigating to the user management transaction (e.g., SU01) and checking the roles assigned to the user.
  Review Authorization Objects: Identify the specific authorization objects required for the transaction. This can be done by checking the transaction's documentation or consulting with a security administrator.
  Modify Roles: If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, a security administrator can modify the user's roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Use Transaction SU53: After encountering the error, the user can execute transaction SU53 to display the last authorization check. This will provide insights into which authorization object is missing.
  Consult Security Team: If you are not authorized to make changes, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary authorizations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The specific transaction code that triggered the error should be noted, as it will help in identifying the required authorizations.
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to data structure maintenance may include S_TCODE (for transaction codes) and others specific to the module in use.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on the specific transaction and its authorization requirements.
  User Groups: Check if the user is part of any user groups that might have restrictions on certain transactions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KX073 error and gain the necessary access to maintain data structures in SAP.