How To Fix PO391 - No authorization to change the authorization

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PO - Spooler message

• Message number: 391

• Message text: No authorization to change the authorization

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PO391 - No authorization to change the authorization ?

  The SAP error message PO391 ("No authorization to change the authorization") typically occurs when a user attempts to modify authorization objects or roles in the SAP system without having the necessary permissions. This can happen in various contexts, such as when trying to change user roles, authorization profiles, or when accessing transaction codes related to authorization management.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations to make changes to the authorization objects or roles.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to a role that includes the necessary permissions for authorization management.
  Profile Restrictions: The user's profile may have restrictions that prevent them from making changes to authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the user has a role that includes the necessary authorizations for changing authorizations.
  Authorization Object: Check the relevant authorization objects (e.g., S_USER_AUTH, S_USER_PRO, S_USER_AGR) to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions.
  Request Additional Authorizations: If the user requires additional authorizations, they should contact their SAP security administrator or the person responsible for user management to request the necessary permissions.
  Use Transaction SU53: If the user encounters this error, they can use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the authorization check and see which specific authorizations are missing.
  Role Maintenance: If you have the necessary permissions, you can use transaction PFCG to maintain roles and add the required authorizations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to authorization management include:
  
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SUIM: User Information System
  
  
  Authorization Concept: Understanding the SAP authorization concept, including roles, profiles, and authorization objects, is crucial for managing user permissions effectively.
  Security Audit: Regular audits of user roles and authorizations can help prevent such issues and ensure that users have the appropriate access levels.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation and resolution.