How To Fix UIU_TEXT013 - You do not have the authorizations to create, change, or delete a text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UIU_TEXT - generic text service

• Message number: 013

• Message text: You do not have the authorizations to create, change, or delete a text

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UIU_TEXT013 - You do not have the authorizations to create, change, or delete a text ?

  The SAP error message UIU_TEXT013 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorizations to create, change, or delete text in the SAP system. This typically occurs when a user attempts to modify text elements (such as long texts, short texts, or documentation) in various SAP modules but lacks the required permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user’s role does not include the necessary authorizations for text management.
  Missing Authorization Objects: Specific authorization objects related to text editing may not be assigned to the user.
  User Role Configuration: The user may not be assigned to the correct roles that include text editing capabilities.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user in transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include text editing permissions.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Check the relevant authorization objects for text management, such as S_TCODE (Transaction Code) and S_USER_AUTH (User Authorization).
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for the specific text types they are trying to edit.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Use transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance) to adjust roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change user roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or system administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the functionality to confirm that the user can now create, change, or delete text as needed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  S_TCODE: Authorization for transaction codes.
  S_USER_AUTH: Authorization for user management.
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal or your organization's SAP documentation for detailed information on authorization management and role configuration.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UIU_TEXT013 error and enable the user to manage text as required.