How To Fix XW405 - You are not authorized to display maintenance view &1 (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XW - DART - Data Retention Tool

• Message number: 405

• Message text: You are not authorized to display maintenance view &1 (&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XW405 - You are not authorized to display maintenance view &1 (&2) ?

  The SAP error message XW405 indicates that a user is not authorized to display a specific maintenance view in the SAP system. This error typically arises when a user attempts to access a maintenance view for which they do not have the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization object to access the maintenance view.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate role that includes access to the maintenance view.
  View Configuration: The maintenance view may have specific restrictions or settings that limit access to certain users or roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to analyze the authorization check. This will show which authorization object is missing.
  Review the authorization objects related to the maintenance view in question.
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned. This can be done using transaction code PFCG.
  If the user does not have the required role, you may need to assign it or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorizations:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the existing roles to include the required authorization objects.
  Consult with your SAP security team or administrator if you do not have the necessary access to make changes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Test access to the maintenance view again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to maintenance views include S_TABU_DIS (Table/View Authorization) and S_TCODE (Transaction Code Authorization).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.