How To Fix UMV007 - You are not authorized to display value driver '&'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UMV - Value Driver Tree

• Message number: 007

• Message text: You are not authorized to display value driver '&'

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UMV007 - You are not authorized to display value driver '&' ?

  The SAP error message UMV007, which states "You are not authorized to display value driver '&'," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Value Driver Tree (VDT) or similar analytical tools where users are trying to access specific data or reports for which they do not have the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The primary cause of this error is that the user does not have the required authorizations to view the specific value driver or data element. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in the user's profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include access to the specific value driver or the associated data.
  Data Security Settings: There may be security settings in place that restrict access to certain data based on user roles or organizational units.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in the SAP system. Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include access to the value driver in question.
  Authorization Object: Identify the relevant authorization objects related to the value driver and check if the user has the necessary authorizations. This may involve checking the authorization profiles and ensuring that the user has the correct permissions.
  Consult with Security Team: If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help identify the missing authorizations and make the necessary adjustments.
  Testing: After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, test to see if the user can now access the value driver without encountering the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SU01 (User Maintenance) to check user roles or PFCG (Role Maintenance) to modify roles.
  Authorization Trace: Use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures. This can help identify which specific authorization is missing when the error occurs.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization objects related to Value Driver Trees and analytical tools.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UMV007 error and gain access to the required value driver.