How To Fix TEM_MESSAGES_AL112 - You are not authorized to change versions for profile &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TEM_MESSAGES_AL - Messages for TEM-AL Layer

• Message number: 112

• Message text: You are not authorized to change versions for profile &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TEM_MESSAGES_AL112 - You are not authorized to change versions for profile &1 ?

  The SAP error message TEM_MESSAGES_AL112, which states "You are not authorized to change versions for profile &1," typically occurs when a user attempts to modify a version of a profile in the SAP system but lacks the necessary authorizations to perform that action.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is insufficient authorization. In SAP, user roles and authorizations are managed through profiles, and specific actions (like changing versions of profiles) require certain permissions. If a user does not have the required authorization object assigned to their user profile, they will encounter this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify the user's current roles and authorizations. This can be done by using transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs. This transaction will show the last authorization check and can help identify which specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  The authorization object that typically controls access to change versions of profiles is S_TCODE (for transaction codes) and possibly others related to profile management. Check if the user has the necessary authorizations for the relevant objects.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, a security administrator or someone with the appropriate permissions should modify the user's roles to include the required authorizations. This may involve adding the user to a role that has the necessary permissions or creating a custom role.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding user roles and authorizations to ensure compliance with security policies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in, then attempt the action again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SUIM: User Information System (to analyze user roles and authorizations)
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  S_TCODE: Authorization for transaction codes
  S_USER_AUTH: Authorization for user management
  S_PROFILE: Authorization for profile management
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any specific issues or updates related to this error message, as SAP frequently updates its knowledge base.
  
  
  
  If the problem persists after checking and updating authorizations, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.