How To Fix /SCDL/DL_DBAL_DB202 - You are not authorized to change &1 documents

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/DL_DBAL_DB -

• Message number: 202

• Message text: You are not authorized to change &1 documents

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/DL_DBAL_DB202 - You are not authorized to change &1 documents ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/DL_DBAL_DB202 indicates that a user is not authorized to change certain documents in the system. This error typically arises in the context of document management or data management within SAP, particularly when dealing with document lifecycle management (DLM) or similar functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The primary cause of this error is that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to modify the specified documents. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in the user's profile.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow changes (e.g., archived, locked, or in a workflow).
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict changes to certain documents based on user roles or document types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check for missing authorizations.
  Review the user's roles and profiles in transaction PFCG to ensure that the necessary authorizations for document changes are included.
  
  
  
  Adjust Document Status:
  
  Verify the status of the document in question. If it is locked or archived, you may need to unlock it or change its status before making modifications.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to document management in your SAP system. This may involve checking settings in transaction SPRO or consulting with a functional consultant.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to authorizations or document status, test the changes to ensure that the user can now modify the documents as needed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization objects related to document management and lifecycle management.
  
  
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.