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Message type: E = Error
Message class: TFC0 - Messages in FC
Message number: 017
Message text: No authorization to change template &
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TFC0017
- No authorization to change template & ?The SAP error message TFC0017, which states "No authorization to change template &," typically occurs when a user attempts to modify a template in the SAP system but lacks the necessary authorizations to do so. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in areas related to configuration or template management.
Cause:
- Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required roles or permissions to change the specified template.
- Role Assignment Issues: The user's assigned roles may not include the necessary authorizations for the specific transaction or object.
- Template Locking: The template may be locked by another user or process, preventing changes.
- System Configuration: Certain system settings or configurations may restrict access to specific templates based on user roles.
Solution:
Check User Authorizations:
- Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization checks failed.
- Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions to modify templates.
Role Adjustment:
- If the user lacks the required authorizations, a security administrator should adjust the user's roles or create a new role that includes the necessary permissions.
- Ensure that the role includes the relevant authorization objects, such as
S_TCODE
for transaction access and any specific objects related to the template management.Template Status:
- Verify if the template is currently locked. If it is, you may need to wait for the lock to be released or contact the user who has locked it.
Consult Documentation:
- Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding template management to ensure compliance with organizational policies.
Testing:
- After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
Related Information:
S_TCODE
, S_USER_AUTH
, and specific objects related to the module in use (e.g., S_SAP_ALL
for full access, though this is generally not recommended for security reasons).If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.
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