How To Fix RLFW202 - System mode can't be switched to &1, due to missing authorization.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RLFW - Messages for runlevel framework

• Message number: 202

• Message text: System mode can't be switched to &1, due to missing authorization.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RLFW202 - System mode can't be switched to &1, due to missing authorization. ?

  The SAP error message RLFW202 indicates that the system mode cannot be switched to the specified mode (represented by &1) due to missing authorization. This typically occurs when a user attempts to change the system mode (for example, from development to production) but lacks the necessary permissions to perform that action.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations to switch the system mode. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in their user profile.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to restrict mode changes to certain users or roles.
  Transport Management: If the user is trying to switch modes related to transport management, they may not have the necessary authorizations to manage transports.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. This can be done using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for the action they are trying to perform. This may include roles like SAP_ALL (for testing purposes) or specific roles that grant access to change system modes.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Administrator:
  
  If the user does not have the required authorizations, they should contact their SAP security administrator or basis team to request the necessary roles or authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review System Configuration:
  
  Check the system configuration to ensure that the settings allow the intended users to switch modes. This may involve reviewing the transport management settings or system parameters.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Guidelines:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding system mode changes to understand the required authorizations and processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects: 
  
  Check for relevant authorization objects that may be related to system mode changes, such as S_USER_AUTH, S_TCODE, or specific objects related to transport management.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After adjustments to roles or authorizations, test the changes by attempting to switch the system mode again.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RLFW202 error and successfully switch the system mode as needed.