How To Fix MDC_PROCESS_MSG052 - You are not allowed to process data of source system &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDC_PROCESS_MSG - MDC Process Object Messages

• Message number: 052

• Message text: You are not allowed to process data of source system &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDC_PROCESS_MSG052 - You are not allowed to process data of source system &1 ?

  The SAP error message MDC_PROCESS_MSG052, which states "You are not allowed to process data of source system &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP Landscape Management or when working with SAP Data Services, SAP BW, or similar systems where data from different source systems is being processed.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the operation does not have the necessary authorizations to access or process data from the specified source system. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The source system may not be properly configured in the system landscape. This could include issues with the logical system configuration or the connection settings.
  
  
  Data Source Restrictions: There may be restrictions set up in the system that prevent certain users or roles from accessing specific source systems.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MDC_PROCESS_MSG052 error, you can take the following