/BDL/D-200 - You do not have permission to collect session data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BDL/D- -

• Message number: 200

• Message text: You do not have permission to collect session data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BDL/D-200 - You do not have permission to collect session data ?

  The SAP error message /BDL/D-200 You do not have permission to collect session data typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to collect session data in the SAP system. This error is often encountered in the context of Business Data Logging (BDL) or when trying to access certain functionalities that require specific permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to collect session data lacks the required authorizations in their user profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the BDL functionalities.
  Profile Restrictions: The user profile may have restrictions that prevent access to certain data collection features.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to analyze the authorization check. This will show which authorization object failed.
  Review the authorization logs to identify missing permissions.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary administrative rights, you can modify the user’s roles using transaction code PFCG.
  Ensure that the roles assigned to the user include the necessary authorizations for BDL. Look for authorization objects related to BDL, such as S_BDL or similar.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the details of the error and the context in which it occurred.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new permissions take effect.
  Test the functionality again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to BDL and session data collection.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. Sometimes, specific patches or updates may address authorization issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding Business Data Logging and user authorizations to understand the requirements better.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and enable the user to collect session data as needed.