How To Fix SGSUB102 - This action is not allowed for user &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SGSUB - Central Storage for Data Types and BAdIs

• Message number: 102

• Message text: This action is not allowed for user &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SGSUB102 - This action is not allowed for user & ?

  The SAP error message SGSUB102 with the text "This action is not allowed for user &" typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to perform a specific action or transaction in the SAP system. This error is often related to security and authorization settings within the SAP environment.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user attempting to perform the action does not have the required roles or authorizations assigned to their user profile.
  Role Restrictions: The roles assigned to the user may have restrictions that prevent certain actions from being executed.
  User Status: The user may be in a status that does not allow certain actions (e.g., locked or inactive).
  Transaction-Specific Restrictions: Some transactions may have specific authorization checks that the user fails to meet.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user’s profile and the roles assigned to them.
  Review the authorizations in the roles to ensure that the necessary permissions for the action are included.
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, work with your SAP security team to assign the appropriate roles that include the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Authorization Trace:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This can provide insight into what specific permission is missing.
  
  
  
  Consult Security Team:
  
  If you are not an administrator, contact your SAP security team or system administrator to investigate and resolve the authorization issue.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Check any relevant documentation or guidelines within your organization regarding user roles and authorizations to ensure compliance with security policies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that may be associated with the action you are trying to perform.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional context or updates from SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the SGSUB102 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.