How To Fix LDAP039 - System user &1 only allows read access

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LDAP - LDAP Interface Messages in ABAP

• Message number: 039

• Message text: System user &1 only allows read access

What causes this issue?

The system user &V1& is to be used for an automatic logon to directory
server &V2&. However, the settings for this user in Customizing (View
LDAPUSER) mean that the user can only be used for read accesses.
The operation to be performed now is, however, a change operation
(create, change, delete, or rename).

System Response

The operation cannot be performed.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administration.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the settings for <DS:SIMG.SIMG_LDAP_SYSUSR>system user</> &V1&.
As the "Only read authorization" indicator is set, this system user
does not allow any change operations.
Check the settings for <DS:SIMG.SIMG_LDAP_SERVER>directory server</>
&V2&. The system user &V1& is entered here.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LDAP039 - System user &1 only allows read access ?

  The SAP error message LDAP039 indicates that a system user is attempting to perform an action that requires write access, but the user is only granted read access in the context of LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol) integration. This typically occurs when there is an attempt to modify or create entries in the LDAP directory using a user account that does not have the necessary permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Permissions: The user account being used to connect to the LDAP server has only read permissions and is trying to perform an operation that requires write permissions (e.g., creating or modifying user entries).
  Configuration Issues: The LDAP configuration in SAP may not be set up correctly, leading to the use of a read-only user for operations that require write access.
  User Account Type: The user account may be a system user that is intended for read-only access, which is common for security reasons.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Permissions:
  
  Verify the permissions of the LDAP user account being used in the SAP system. Ensure that it has the necessary write permissions for the operations you are trying to perform.
  If the user account is intended to perform write operations, you may need to modify its permissions in the LDAP directory.
  
  
  
  Modify LDAP Configuration:
  
  If the current user account is not suitable for write operations, consider creating a new LDAP user account with the appropriate permissions and update the SAP configuration to use this new account.
  Ensure that the SAP system is configured to use the correct LDAP user credentials for the intended operations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation related to LDAP integration to ensure that all configurations are set correctly.
  Check for any specific notes or guidelines provided by SAP regarding user permissions and LDAP integration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to user permissions or configurations, test the connection and the operations that were previously failing to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding LDAP integration and permissions.
  LDAP Documentation: Refer to the documentation for your specific LDAP server (e.g., Active Directory, OpenLDAP) to understand how to manage user permissions effectively.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions related to LDAP issues, as other users may have encountered similar problems.
  
  By addressing the permissions and ensuring the correct configuration, you should be able to resolve the LDAP039 error in your SAP system.