How To Fix R2103 - You are not authorized to make changes; &1 is displayed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R2 - Business Partner Contact

• Message number: 103

• Message text: You are not authorized to make changes; &1 is displayed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R2103 - You are not authorized to make changes; &1 is displayed ?

  The SAP error message R2103, which states "You are not authorized to make changes; &1," typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to perform a specific action or make changes in the SAP system. The "&1" in the message usually refers to the specific object or area where the authorization issue has occurred.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization roles or permissions to make changes to the specified object (e.g., a document, transaction, or configuration).
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the correct roles in the SAP system that grant the necessary permissions.
  Profile Issues: The user's profile may not include the necessary authorizations for the specific transaction or action they are trying to perform.
  Object-Specific Restrictions: There may be specific restrictions on the object that prevent changes, even if the user has general permissions.
  
  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 transaction (e.g., SU01) and checking the roles assigned to the user.
  Review Authorizations: Use transaction SU53 to analyze the authorization check after the error occurs. This transaction shows the last authorization check and can help identify which specific authorization is missing.
  Request Additional Authorizations: If the user requires additional permissions, they should contact their SAP security administrator or the relevant team to request the necessary roles or authorizations.
  Role Adjustment: If the user is part of a specific group or department, ensure that the roles assigned to that group include the necessary permissions for the actions they need to perform.
  Testing: After adjustments are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, test the action again to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to user management and authorization include:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that may be related to the transaction or action the user is trying to perform. This can help in understanding what specific permissions are needed.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations to ensure compliance with security policies.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve SAP support or a technical consultant to further investigate the authorization settings in the system.