How To Fix Q3126 - You are not authorized to create or change data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: Q3 - QM Master Data Messages: Catalogs

• Message number: 126

• Message text: You are not authorized to create or change data

What causes this issue?

You are not authorized to carry out this transaction.

System Response

Processing cannot be carried out in "Create/Change" mode.

How to fix this error?

Please contact your system administrator if you want authorization.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message Q3126 - You are not authorized to create or change data ?

  The SAP error message Q3126, which states "You are not authorized to create or change data," typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action they are attempting in the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to create or modify quality management data, material master records, or other related objects.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization objects or roles that permit them to create or change the specific data.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the correct role that includes the necessary permissions for the transaction or data they are trying to access.
  Data Restrictions: There may be specific restrictions set up in the system that limit access to certain data based on user roles or profiles.
  
  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 action the user is trying to perform. This can be done by consulting with a security administrator or using transaction SU53 to analyze the authorization check that failed.
  Modify Authorizations: If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, a security administrator can modify the user's roles or create new roles that include the required authorizations.
  Testing: After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Then, test the action again to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to quality management include QA01 (Create Inspection Lot), QA02 (Change Inspection Lot), and QA03 (Display Inspection Lot).
  Authorization Management: Familiarize yourself with transaction SU01 (User Maintenance), SU53 (Authorization Check), and PFCG (Role Maintenance) for managing user roles and authorizations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for specific authorization requirements related to quality management or other relevant modules.
  
  If the issue persists after checking and updating authorizations, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.