How To Fix MDC_GW012 - Authority for changing configuration is missing

MDC_GW012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDC_GW - Gateway implementation related messages

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Authority for changing configuration is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDC_GW012 - Authority for changing configuration is missing ?

  The SAP error message MDC_GW012, which states "Authority for changing configuration is missing," typically occurs when a user attempts to modify configuration settings in the SAP system but lacks the necessary authorizations to do so. This is a common issue in systems with strict authorization controls, especially in environments using the SAP Fiori or SAP S/4HANA architecture.
  
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required roles or authorizations assigned to perform the configuration changes.
  Role Assignment: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific configuration area they are trying to access.
  Profile Issues: The user’s profile may not be updated or may not include the necessary transaction codes or authorization objects.
  System Configuration: The system may have specific configurations that restrict access to certain users or roles.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and