How To Fix PV839 - You are not authorized to change data -> display only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PV - Training and Event Management

• Message number: 839

• Message text: You are not authorized to change data -> display only

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PV839 - You are not authorized to change data -> display only ?

  The SAP error message PV839, which states "You are not authorized to change data -> display only," typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to modify the data in the specific transaction or application. This is a common issue in SAP systems where user roles and authorizations are strictly managed to ensure data integrity and security.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization objects or roles that permit data modification in the specific transaction.
  Display-Only Role: The user may have been assigned a role that only allows for display access, preventing any changes to the data.
  Transaction-Specific Restrictions: Certain transactions may have specific restrictions based on the user's profile or the organizational policies in place.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in the SAP system. This can be done by navigating to the user management area (Transaction SU01) and checking the roles assigned to the user.
  Review Authorization Objects: Identify the specific authorization objects required for the transaction and check if the user has the necessary permissions. This can be done using transaction SU53 (to analyze the last authorization check) or SUIM (to check user authorizations).
  Request Additional Authorizations: If the user requires additional permissions, they should contact their SAP security administrator or the relevant authority in their organization to request the necessary changes to their user profile.
  Role Adjustment: If the user is supposed to have modification rights, the security team may need to adjust the roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations for the specific transaction.
  Testing: After any changes are made, the user should log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect and test the transaction again.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to user management and authorization checks include:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SUIM: User Information System
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to the specific transaction. This may include objects like S_TCODE (Transaction Codes) or others specific to the module being accessed.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations within your organization.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.