How To Fix UD009 - EDM authorization of user & was copied to &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UD - EDM - Enterprise Data Model

• Message number: 009

• Message text: EDM authorization of user & was copied to &

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UD009 - EDM authorization of user & was copied to & ?

  The SAP error message UD009 typically indicates an issue with user authorization in the context of the EDM (Enterprise Data Management) module. The message suggests that the user does not have the necessary permissions to perform a certain action, and it also mentions that the authorization was copied from another user.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user attempting to perform the action does not have the required authorizations assigned to them.
  Copying Authorizations: The error may occur when authorizations are copied from another user, and the target user does not inherit the necessary permissions.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary transactions or objects required for the action.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly set up to allow access to the required functions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user’s authorizations.
  Review the roles assigned to the user and ensure they include the necessary permissions for the action being attempted.
  
  
  
  Review Role Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code PFCG to review the roles assigned to the user.
  Ensure that the roles contain the necessary authorization objects and transactions.
  
  
  
  Adjust Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to add the required roles or modify existing roles to include the necessary permissions.
  If the authorizations were copied from another user, ensure that the source user has the correct permissions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to refresh their authorization profile.
  Test the action again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles or authorizations, consult your SAP security team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and roles related to EDM.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the UD009 error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the UD009 error message in SAP.