How To Fix SOTR_MESS124 - You are not authorized to edit package &1 in language &2 in OTR

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SOTR_MESS - Messages in and for the Online Text Repository

• Message number: 124

• Message text: You are not authorized to edit package &1 in language &2 in OTR

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SOTR_MESS124 - You are not authorized to edit package &1 in language &2 in OTR ?

  The SAP error message SOTR_MESS124 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to edit a specific package in the Online Text Repository (OTR) for a given language. This error typically arises when a user attempts to modify text elements or translations in the OTR but lacks the required permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the appropriate authorization object to edit the specified package in the OTR.
  Package Locking: The package may be locked for editing by another user or process.
  Language Restrictions: The user may not have the necessary permissions for the specific language indicated in the error message.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. The relevant authorization object for OTR is typically S_OTR_AUTH.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to edit the package in question.
  
  
  
  Request Additional Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, contact your SAP security administrator to request the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Check Package Status:
  
  Ensure that the package is not locked by another user. If it is locked, you may need to wait until the lock is released or contact the user who has locked it.
  
  
  
  Language Settings:
  
  Confirm that the user has the necessary authorizations for the specific language indicated in the error message. If not, request access for that language.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to OTR and authorization management for further guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE63 (Translation) or SOTR (Online Text Repository) to manage translations and text elements.
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects and their fields to understand what permissions are required for editing in OTR.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide updates related to OTR and authorization errors.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.