How To Fix /PF1/MSG_RE031 - You are not authorized for activity change

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_RE -

• Message number: 031

• Message text: You are not authorized for activity change

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RE031 - You are not authorized for activity change ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RE031 indicates that a user is not authorized to perform a specific activity related to a change in the system. This error typically arises in scenarios where a user attempts to modify or change data or settings for which they do not have the necessary permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The most common cause of this error is that the user’s role or profile does not include the necessary authorizations to perform the requested action.
  Missing Authorization Objects: The specific authorization objects required for the activity may not be assigned to the user.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not be properly configured to include the necessary permissions for the activity in question.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  Review Authorization Objects: Use transaction SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization objects are missing. This transaction provides a detailed report of the authorization check that failed.
  Modify Roles: If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, a security administrator or someone with the appropriate permissions should modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Testing: After making changes to the roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Then, attempt the action again to see if the error persists.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure which authorizations are needed, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP security team for guidance on the specific activity and the required authorizations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to the activity you are trying to perform. This can often be found in the SAP documentation or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context or solutions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to escalate the matter to your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.