How To Fix PDS_MAINT026 - No authorization to change operation data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PDS_MAINT - Messages for PDS Maintenance

• Message number: 026

• Message text: No authorization to change operation data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PDS_MAINT026 - No authorization to change operation data ?

  The SAP error message PDS_MAINT026 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to change operation data in the system. This typically occurs when a user attempts to modify a process or operation data in the Production Data Structure (PDS) or similar areas where specific authorizations are required.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization objects to perform the operation. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in their user profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for changing operation data.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may have restrictions based on user roles or profiles, preventing changes to specific data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to analyze the authorization check. This will show which authorization object is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorization is missing, you may need to add the necessary authorization objects to the user’s role. Common authorization objects related to operation data include:
  
  C_TPLK_C (Authorization for PDS)
  C_TPLK_A (Authorization for PDS Maintenance)
  
  
  Ensure that the roles are properly assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to modify roles, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, have the user log out and back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt the operation again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding authorization management and role configuration to understand how to properly set up user permissions.
  Training: Consider training for users on how to manage their authorizations and understand the implications of changes in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PDS_MAINT026 error and allow the user to change operation data as needed.