How To Fix /SEHS/DG_DG821 - No authorization to change data for object &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SEHS/DG_DG -

• Message number: 821

• Message text: No authorization to change data for object &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SEHS/DG_DG821 - No authorization to change data for object &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SEHS/DG_DG821 No authorization to change data for object &1 typically indicates that a user is attempting to modify data for a specific object but lacks the necessary authorizations to perform that action. This is a common issue in SAP systems where authorization checks are in place to ensure that users can only access or modify data that they are permitted to.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization object assigned to their user profile to change the specified data.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific object.
  Object-Specific Restrictions: There may be specific restrictions on the object that prevent changes, even if the user has general permissions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to view the user's profile and roles.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorization objects for the action the user is trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Modify Role or Create New Role:
  
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify an existing role or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Use transaction 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.
  
  
  
  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 the specific permissions required.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display authorization check failure.
  SU01: User maintenance.
  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 authorization issue and implement a solution to resolve the error message.