How To Fix TK636 - User & is not authorized to change requests of this type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TK - Transport Organizer

• Message number: 636

• Message text: User & is not authorized to change requests of this type

What causes this issue?

User &V1& is not authorized to change requests or tasks of the selected
type.

System Response

The action was canceled.

How to fix this error?

Assign authorization S_TRANSPRT or S_SYS_RWBO with activity 02 (Change)
to the user for the respective request or task type (for example, DTRA,
CUST, TRAN, or TASK).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TK636 - User & is not authorized to change requests of this type ?

  The SAP error message TK636 indicates that a user is not authorized to change requests of a specific type. This typically occurs in the context of transport requests, which are used to move changes between different SAP systems (e.g., from development to quality assurance or production).
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorizations to change or release the transport request. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in the user's profile.
  Transport Request Type: The type of transport request (e.g., customizing, workbench) may have specific restrictions that the user is not allowed to modify.
  Transport Layer Restrictions: The transport layer may have restrictions that prevent certain users from making changes to requests of that type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions for the transport request type.
  
  
  
  Assign Necessary Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required roles, a security administrator should assign the appropriate roles that include permissions for transport management (e.g., S_TRANSPRT for transport requests).
  
  
  
  Review Transport Request Type:
  
  Ensure that the user is trying to change a transport request type that they are authorized to modify. If the request type is restricted, consider using a different request or contacting an administrator.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with the SAP Basis team to review the transport layer settings and any specific configurations that might be affecting user permissions.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the transport management process and understand the authorization requirements for different types of transport requests.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE09 or SE10: To view and manage transport requests.
  SU53: To analyze authorization failures.
  PFCG: To manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  S_TRANSPRT: Authorization for transport requests.
  S_USER_AUTH: Authorization for user management.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to transport requests and authorizations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TK636 error and ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to change the transport requests.