How To Fix SDMSK_UI204 - No authorization to change client

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDMSK_UI - Data Masking: UI

• Message number: 204

• Message text: No authorization to change client

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDMSK_UI204 - No authorization to change client ?

  The SAP error message "SDMSK_UI204 No authorization to change client" typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary permissions to make changes to the client in the SAP system. This error is often encountered in the context of the SAP Sales and Distribution (SD) module or when working with the SAP Data Management System (SDMS).
  
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user account does not have the required authorization roles or permissions to perform the action of changing the client.
  Client-Specific Settings: The client settings may restrict certain actions based on user roles or profiles.
  User Role Configuration: The user may not be assigned to the correct roles that allow for client changes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations related to client changes. This may involve roles that include access to transaction codes or specific authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Authorization Object:
  
  Check the relevant