How To Fix WO814 - No change authorization (&) for program &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WO - WF: Messages for Workflow Wizards

• Message number: 814

• Message text: No change authorization (&) for program &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WO814 - No change authorization (&) for program & ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WO814 No change authorization (&) for program &
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when a user tries to make changes to a program (such as an ABAP report, function module, or other repository object) but does not have the necessary authorization to do so. The system checks the user's authorizations against the required authorization objects for modifying programs, and if the user lacks the required permissions, this error is raised.
  The placeholders (&) in the message are replaced at runtime with the specific authorization object and the program name for which the authorization check failed.
  
  Explanation:
  
  SAP enforces strict authorization checks for modifying repository objects to ensure system integrity and security.
  The authorization object typically involved is S_DEVELOP (Authorization for ABAP development objects).
  The user must have the appropriate activity (e.g., change, create) authorization for the program or package they are trying to modify.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Authorization Object and Program Name:
  
  Look at the full error message to identify the specific authorization object and program name.
  
  
  
  Verify User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to display the last failed authorization check.
  This will show which authorization object and field values the user is missing.
  
  
  
  Assign Required Authorizations:
  
  Typically, the user needs the S_DEVELOP authorization object with the appropriate activity (e.g., activity 02 = change).
  The authorization should cover the relevant development class/package or program.
  If the program is in a transportable package, ensure the user has authorization for that package.
  
  
  
  Adjust Roles/Profiles:
  
  Update the user's roles in transaction PFCG to include the necessary authorizations.
  If you are unsure which roles to assign, consult your SAP security team or BASIS administrator.
  
  
  
  Transport Layer and Package Authorization:
  
  Sometimes, the authorization is also linked to the transport layer or package.
  Ensure the user has authorization for the package or transport layer associated with the program.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After updating authorizations, have the user try again to confirm the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Authorization Object: S_DEVELOP  
  
  Fields:  
  
  OBJCT (Development object, e.g., program, function group)  
  ACTVT (Activity, e.g., 01 = create, 02 = change, 03 = display)
  
  
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE38 / SE80: For program editing.
  SU53: Display last authorization check failure.
  PFCG: Role maintenance.
  SE03: Transport Organizer Tools (to check transport layers and packages).
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to authorization issues for development objects if the problem persists.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  The error WO814 No change authorization (&) for program & means the user lacks the required authorization to change the specified program. The solution is to identify the missing authorization using SU53 and assign the necessary permissions (usually via S_DEVELOP) to the user’s role.
  
  If you need help with specific authorization assignments or further troubleshooting, please provide the exact program name and authorization object details from the error message.