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

R2103 - Overview

• 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

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• 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