How To Fix TR026 - Changes cannot be made, display user only

TR026 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TR - Change and Transport System

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Changes cannot be made, display user only

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TR026 - Changes cannot be made, display user only ?

  The SAP error message TR026 ("Changes cannot be made, display user only") typically occurs when a user attempts to make changes in a transaction or application where their user role is restricted to display-only access. This means that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action they are trying to execute.
  
  Cause:
  
  User Role Restrictions: The user is assigned a role that only allows for display access, preventing any changes to be made.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the required authorizations in their profile to perform the action.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to restrict certain transactions to specific user roles.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user. This can be done by checking the user profile in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Modify Authorizations: If the user needs to make changes, they may require additional authorizations. This can be done by an administrator using transaction