How To Fix RX068 - You do not have authorization for changing the SAP InfoCatalog

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RX - BW: InfoCatalog

• Message number: 068

• Message text: You do not have authorization for changing the SAP InfoCatalog

What causes this issue?

You are not authorized to change the SAP InfoCatalog.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Please contact your system administrator to obtain the required
authorization.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RX068 - You do not have authorization for changing the SAP InfoCatalog ?

  The SAP error message RX068, which states "You do not have authorization for changing the SAP InfoCatalog," typically indicates that the user attempting to make changes to the InfoCatalog does not have the necessary authorizations assigned in their user profile.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by insufficient authorization rights for the user role. In SAP, access to various functionalities, including the ability to change InfoCatalogs, is controlled through authorization objects. If the user lacks the required permissions, they will encounter this error when trying to perform actions that require those permissions.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user encountering the error. This can be done by navigating to the user management transaction (e.g., SU01) and checking the roles assigned to the user.
  Identify the specific authorization objects related to InfoCatalog changes. Common authorization objects that may be relevant include S_INFO (for InfoCatalog) and S_TCODE (for transaction codes).
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user does not have the necessary roles, you may need to assign the appropriate role that includes the required authorizations.
  If the user has the role but still encounters the error, it may be necessary to adjust the authorizations within that role.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change user roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security or basis team. They can help review and modify the roles and authorizations as needed.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Test the functionality again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects and their fields. You can use transaction SU21 to view authorization objects and their details.
  Transaction Codes: The specific transaction code being used when the error occurs may also provide context for the required authorizations.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for more information on authorization management and InfoCatalog functionalities.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RX068 error and enable the user to make the necessary changes to the SAP InfoCatalog.