How To Fix TRUST141 - You are not authorized to change the access control list

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TRUST - Certificate Management

• Message number: 141

• Message text: You are not authorized to change the access control list

What causes this issue?

You are not authorized to change the access control list for Single
Sign-On with a logon ticket.

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?

You require the authorization for network administration (S_ADMI_FCD
with the field value S_ADMI_FCD = NADM).

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TRUST141 - You are not authorized to change the access control list ?

  The SAP error message TRUST141 indicates that a user is not authorized to change the access control list (ACL) for a specific object or resource in the SAP system. This typically occurs in scenarios where access control lists are used to manage permissions for various objects, such as roles, profiles, or other security-related configurations.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user attempting to make changes does not have the necessary authorizations assigned to their user profile. This could be due to missing roles or permissions related to the specific object or resource.
  Object Locking: The object may be locked by another user or process, preventing changes from being made.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the authorization objects or roles that govern access to the ACL.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the TRUST141 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to change the access control list. This can be done by checking the user's roles and profiles in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorization objects assigned, particularly those related to authorization management (e.g., S_USER_AUTH, S_USER_AGR, etc.).
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  If the user is missing the required roles, assign the necessary roles that include permissions for managing access control lists.
  Use transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance) to review and modify roles as needed.
  
  
  
  Check for Object Locks:
  
  Determine if the object is locked by another user or process. You can use transaction SM12 to check for locks and release them if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the required authorizations or how to modify roles, consult with your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to authorizations or roles, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Authorization Objects: Understanding the specific authorization objects related to access control can help in troubleshooting. Common objects include S_USER_AUTH for user authorizations and S_USER_AGR for role assignments.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the TRUST141 error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the TRUST141 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.