How To Fix TK536 - The chosen function may only be executed by user &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TK - Transport Organizer

• Message number: 536

• Message text: The chosen function may only be executed by user &1

What causes this issue?

You have called a function in the Transport Organizer to edit the the
current settings for user &V1&. However, this function may only be
performed by user &V1&.

System Response

The function terminates.

How to fix this error?

Only edit your own settings or contact user &V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TK536 - The chosen function may only be executed by user &1 ?

  The SAP error message TK536 indicates that the function you are trying to execute is restricted to a specific user or a set of users. This typically occurs when the function is designed to be executed only by users with certain authorizations or roles.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to execute the function does not have the necessary authorizations or roles assigned to them.
  Function Restrictions: The function may be explicitly restricted to certain users for security or operational reasons.
  User Profile: The user profile may not include the necessary permissions to access the function.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check for authorization failures. This will show you which authorization objects are missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  If the user lacks the required roles, you may need to assign the appropriate role that includes the necessary authorizations to execute the function.
  If you are not authorized to make these changes, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the documentation for the specific function to understand the authorization requirements and any restrictions that may apply.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or patches related to the error message TK536.
  Security Best Practices: Ensure that user roles are regularly reviewed and updated to maintain security and compliance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the TK536 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.