/ISDFPS/PM_DIS221 - You are not authorized to change object &1/&2

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/PM_DIS -

• Message number: 221

• Message text: You are not authorized to change object &1/&2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM_DIS221 - You are not authorized to change object &1/&2 ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM_DIS221 indicates that a user is attempting to change an object (such as a document, record, or configuration) for which they do not have the necessary authorization. This is a common issue in SAP systems where user roles and authorizations are strictly managed to ensure data integrity and security.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization object or permissions to perform the action on the specified object.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the correct role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Object-Specific Restrictions: There may be specific restrictions on the object type that prevent changes from being made by certain users or roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  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 the authorization logs to identify the missing authorizations.
  
  
  
  Role and Profile Adjustment:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can adjust the user’s roles and profiles using transaction code PFCG.
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations for the object in question.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the details of the error and the object you were trying to change.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, 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.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorizations are managed through authorization objects, which define the permissions for various actions on different objects. Common authorization objects include S_TCODE (Transaction Codes), S_USER_AUTH (User Authorizations), and others specific to the module in use.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), SU10 (Mass User Maintenance), and PFCG (Role Maintenance) for managing user roles and authorizations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations to ensure compliance with security policies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue related to the error message /ISDFPS/PM_DIS221.