How To Fix PT212 - No authorization for change mode.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PT - Messages for ABAP print functions

• Message number: 212

• Message text: No authorization for change mode.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PT212 - No authorization for change mode. ?

  The SAP error message PT212 "No authorization for change mode" typically occurs when a user attempts to access or modify data in a transaction or application for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. This error is common in various SAP modules, particularly in HR (Human Resources) and time management.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization objects assigned to their user profile to perform the action in change mode.
  Role Issues: The user's assigned roles may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or data they are trying to access.
  Profile Configuration: The authorization profiles assigned to the user may not be configured correctly to allow changes in the relevant areas.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which authorization object is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to view the user’s profile and roles.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Roles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction PFCG. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorization objects for the actions the user is trying to perform.
  If the roles are missing the required authorizations, you may need to modify the role or create a new one that includes the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the details of the error and the transaction you were trying to access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Test the transaction again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are the building blocks of SAP authorization. Each object defines a specific action that can be performed on a specific data set.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the PT212 error effectively.