How To Fix TD691 - No authorization for & for format conversions

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TD - SAPscript: Text editor, composer, forms, styles and fonts

• Message number: 691

• Message text: No authorization for & for format conversions

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TD691 - No authorization for & for format conversions ?

  The SAP error message TD691 ("No authorization for & for format conversions") typically occurs when a user attempts to perform a format conversion (such as converting data formats in SAP) but lacks the necessary authorizations to execute that action. This can happen in various contexts, such as when using certain transactions or programs that involve data conversion.
  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 required authorization object that allows them to perform format conversions.
  Solution:
  To resolve the TD691 error, 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:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance). Ensure that the necessary roles that include the required authorizations for format conversions are assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Profiles:
  
  If you have access to modify roles, you can add the necessary authorization objects to the user's role. The relevant authorization objects may include:
  
  S_DATA (for data access)
  S_USER_AUTH (for user authorizations)
  
  
  Consult with your SAP security team or administrator to identify the specific authorization objects needed for format conversions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt the action that previously resulted in the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about which authorizations are required, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or security team for guidance on the specific transactions or programs being used.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Authorization Check Analysis
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to format conversions and data handling in your specific SAP environment.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to the TD691 error. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the TD691 error in SAP.