How To Fix S#458 - You are not authorized to change value: object &1, field &2, value &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S# -

• Message number: 458

• Message text: You are not authorized to change value: object &1, field &2, value &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S#458 - You are not authorized to change value: object &1, field &2, value &3 ?

  The SAP error message S#458 indicates that a user is attempting to change a value in a specific object and field but does not have the necessary authorization to perform that action. This is a common issue in SAP systems where authorization checks are in place to ensure that users can only perform actions that they are permitted to do.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user does not have the required authorization object or field permissions to change the specified value.
  Role Configuration: The user's assigned roles may not include the necessary authorizations for the specific transaction or object.
  Object-Specific Restrictions: There may be specific restrictions on the object or field that prevent changes, even if the user has general permissions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which authorization object is missing.
  Review the authorization logs to see which specific authorizations are lacking.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for the object and field in question.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the user's roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Use transaction code PFCG to manage roles and authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Test the transaction again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects are used to control access to various functions and data. Each object can have multiple fields that define specific access rights.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to grant the necessary authorizations to the user.