How To Fix SH009 - No authorization for table maintenance

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SH - SAPhelp messages

• Message number: 009

• Message text: No authorization for table maintenance

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SH009 - No authorization for table maintenance ?

  The SAP error message SH009, which states "No authorization for table maintenance," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform table maintenance activities (such as creating, modifying, or deleting entries) in a table for which they do not have the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. In SAP, access to various functionalities, including table maintenance, is controlled through authorization objects. If the user does not have the required permissions for the specific table or the maintenance activity, this error will be triggered.
  Solution:
  To resolve the SH009 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check that failed and provide insights into which specific authorization object is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Roles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include the required authorizations for table maintenance.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the existing roles or create a new role that includes the required authorization objects. Common authorization objects related to table maintenance include:
  
  S_TABU_DIS: Authorization for table display
  S_TABU_CLI: Authorization for client-dependent table maintenance
  S_TABU_NAM: Authorization for table maintenance by name
  
  
  
  
  
  Assign the Role:
  
  After modifying or creating the role, assign it to the user and ensure that the changes take effect. This may require logging out and back in or refreshing the user session.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After updating the authorizations, have the user attempt the table maintenance operation again to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Concept in SAP: Understanding how authorizations work in SAP is crucial. Authorizations are managed through roles and profiles, and they control access to various transactions, reports, and data.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP security policies for detailed information on managing authorizations and roles.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP security team or administrator for further investigation.