How To Fix SKTU220 - No authorization for translating long texts

SKTU220 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SKTU - Translation: Long texts

• Message number: 220

• Message text: No authorization for translating long texts

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SKTU220 - No authorization for translating long texts ?

  The SAP error message SKTU220, which states "No authorization for translating long texts," typically occurs when a user attempts to access or translate long texts in SAP but lacks the necessary authorizations to perform that action. This can happen in various modules where long texts are used, such as in material master records, purchase orders, or other documents.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user may not have the necessary permissions to access the translation functions for long texts in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, 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 insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Roles:
  
  Work with your SAP security team or administrator to review the user's roles and authorizations.