How To Fix TK401 - Use only as user '&'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TK - Transport Organizer

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Use only as user '&'

What causes this issue?

The function or program you called can only be called by user &V1&.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TK401 - Use only as user '&' ?

  The SAP error message TK401 ("Use only as user '&'") typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a transaction or function that is restricted to a specific user or user group. This error is often related to authorization issues or system configurations that limit access to certain functionalities.
  
  Cause:
  
  User Restrictions: The transaction or function is designed to be executed only by a specific user (indicated by the '&' in the error message). This is often a security measure to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive operations.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the action does not have the necessary authorizations or roles assigned to them.
  Configuration Settings: The system may have been configured to restrict access to certain transactions based on user profiles or roles.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorization:
  
  Verify if the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the transaction. This can be done by checking the user's roles and profiles in the SAP