Can i play gta online with friends who only have story mode?

Grand Theft Auto Online is described as an online multiplayer action‑adventure game that is the online component of Grand Theft Auto V. It allows up to thirty players to explore the open world of San Andreas. The provided source does not mention any ability for a player who owns only the story mode of Grand Theft Auto V to participate in or join Grand Theft Auto Online sessions. Consequently, based on the available evidence, a friend who only has the story mode would not be able to play Grand Theft Auto Online with you.