How To Fix TL013 - You have no authorization to administrate languages

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TL - Messages for language transports

• Message number: 013

• Message text: You have no authorization to administrate languages

What causes this issue?

You have no authorization for the language administration.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

An individual authorization object 'Language administration' in the
group 'Basis - Administration'.
The required authorizations are described in the object documentation.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TL013 - You have no authorization to administrate languages ?

  The SAP error message TL013, which states "You have no authorization to administrate languages," typically occurs when a user attempts to access or perform actions related to language administration in the SAP system without the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by insufficient authorization in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user lacks the necessary permissions to manage language settings, which may include adding, modifying, or deleting languages in the SAP system.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Verify the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. This can be done by using transaction code SU01 to display the user profile.
  Check if the user has the necessary authorization objects related to language administration. The relevant authorization object is typically S_LANG (Language Administration).
  
  
  
  Assign Necessary Authorizations:
  
  If the user does not have the required authorizations, you will need to assign the appropriate roles that include the necessary permissions for language administration.
  This can be done by a system administrator or a user with the necessary privileges. Use transaction code PFCG to modify roles and add the required authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After updating the user's authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Attempt to perform the language administration task again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about which authorizations are needed, consult the SAP documentation or your organization's SAP security team for guidance on the specific roles and authorizations required for language administration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects, such as S_LANG, which governs access to language administration functions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or updates that may pertain to your specific SAP version.
  User Management: Regularly review user roles and authorizations to ensure that users have the appropriate access levels for their job functions.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with your SAP Basis team or support for further investigation.