How To Fix PAK164 - No authorization to change structure package &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PAK - Package API / Package Tools

• Message number: 164

• Message text: No authorization to change structure package &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PAK164 - No authorization to change structure package &1 ?

  The SAP error message PAK164 ("No authorization to change structure package &1") typically occurs when a user attempts to make changes to a structure package in the SAP system but lacks the necessary authorizations to do so. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with ABAP development objects or customizing settings.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the user does not have the required authorization object to modify the specified structure package. In SAP, authorizations are managed through roles and profiles, and if the user’s role does not include the necessary permissions, they will encounter this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Profiles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for changing structure packages.
  
  
  
  Add Required Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to add them. This typically involves:
  
  Identifying the relevant authorization objects (e.g., S_DEVELOP, S_TABU_DIS, etc.) that control access to development objects.
  Modifying the user’s roles or creating a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to modify roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or system administrator. They can assist in reviewing and updating the user’s authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new permissions take effect. Then, attempt the action that previously resulted in the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to development and customization activities in SAP.
  Transport Management: If the changes are related to transport requests, ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for transport management as well.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on authorization management and troubleshooting authorization issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PAK164 error and allow the user to make the necessary changes to the structure package.