/DSD/VC_MESSAGE013 - You are not authorized to perform this action

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /DSD/VC_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: You are not authorized to perform this action

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /DSD/VC_MESSAGE013 - You are not authorized to perform this action ?

  The SAP error message /DSD/VC_MESSAGE013 indicating "You are not authorized to perform this action" typically arises when a user attempts to execute a transaction or access a function for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. This is a common issue in SAP systems, where user roles and authorizations are strictly managed to ensure security and compliance.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user may not have the required authorization object assigned to their user profile.
  Role Assignment: The user might not be assigned the correct role that includes the necessary permissions for the action they are trying to perform.
  Authorization Profile: The authorization profile linked to the user may not include the required permissions.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may have restrictions based on user roles or organizational levels.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  Review Authorization Objects: Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check which authorization objects are missing. This transaction provides a detailed view of the last authorization check and can help identify what is lacking.
  Modify Roles: If the user is missing the required authorizations, a security administrator or someone with the appropriate permissions should modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Testing: After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Test the action again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  Consult Documentation: If the error persists, consult SAP documentation or your organization’s SAP security team for further guidance on the specific authorization requirements for the action being attempted.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Concepts: Understanding how roles, profiles, and authorization objects work in SAP is crucial for troubleshooting authorization issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to authorization errors in your version of SAP.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP Basis or security team for further assistance.