How To Fix XW167 - No authorization to maintain view definition

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XW - DART - Data Retention Tool

• Message number: 167

• Message text: No authorization to maintain view definition

What causes this issue?

You have no authorization to maintain view definitions.

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?

Please contact your system administrator. The authorization object is
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Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XW167 - No authorization to maintain view definition ?

  The SAP error message XW167: No authorization to maintain view definition typically occurs when a user attempts to create, modify, or delete a view in the SAP system but lacks the necessary authorizations to perform these actions. This error is related to the authorization objects that control access to various functionalities within SAP.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is insufficient authorization for the user role or profile that is currently assigned to the user. Specifically, the user may not have the required permissions for the following authorization objects:
  
  S_TABU_DIS: This authorization object controls access to table maintenance and view definitions.
  S_TCODE: This object controls access to transaction codes, which may include the transaction used to maintain views.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations. This can be done using transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Ensure that the role includes the necessary authorization objects, particularly S_TABU_DIS with the appropriate activity (e.g., 01 for create, 02 for change).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. They can help you assess and grant the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt the action that previously resulted in the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and their usage.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), SU53 (Authorization Check), and PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Security Best Practices: Ensure that users are granted the least privilege necessary to perform their job functions to maintain security within the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the XW167 error and allow the user to maintain view definitions as needed.