How To Fix SOLAR_DOC106 - No authorization to change a document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SOLAR_DOC - Error Messages for Solution Architect Document Management

• Message number: 106

• Message text: No authorization to change a document

What causes this issue?

You have tried to change a document for which you have no change
authorization.

System Response

The document cannot be changed.

How to fix this error?

You can see which authorizations you are missing, under <ZK><ZH>System
-> Utilities -> Check Display Auth.</></>. Ask the person responsible,
for these authorizations.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SOLAR_DOC106 - No authorization to change a document ?

  The SAP error message SOLAR_DOC106 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to change a document in the SAP system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Solution Manager or when working with documentation and change management processes.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The user’s role may not include the necessary authorization objects that allow for document changes.
  Role Assignment Issues: The user may not be assigned the correct roles that grant the required permissions.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow changes (e.g., locked or approved).
  User Profile Restrictions: The user profile may have restrictions that prevent changes to certain types of documents.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SOLAR_DOC106 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify that the user has the appropriate roles assigned. This can be done by checking the user’s profile in transaction SU01.
  Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for document changes.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Check the authorization objects related to document management, such as S_DOCUMENT, S_SOLUTION, or any other relevant objects.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions (e.g., create, change, delete) for the specific document type.
  
  
  
  Document Status:
  
  Check the status of the document. If it is locked or in a status that does not allow changes, you may need to change its status or unlock it.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not able to identify the issue, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help analyze the authorization logs and make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Test the document change functionality again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and role configuration.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the SOLAR_DOC106 error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the SOLAR_DOC106 error in SAP.