How To Fix 02013 - You are not authorized to save lists in local files (SY-SUBRC &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 02 -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: You are not authorized to save lists in local files (SY-SUBRC &)

What causes this issue?

You chose the "Save list in local file" function, but the
<DS:ABAP.AUTHORITY-CHECK><ZU><AB>AUTHORITY-CHECK</></></> returned a
value (<EX>SY-SUBRC</>) unequal to zero.
Only when the return value is 0 do you have the required authorization.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 02013 - You are not authorized to save lists in local files (SY-SUBRC &) ?

  The SAP error message "02013 You are not authorized to save lists in local files" typically occurs when a user attempts to save a report or list to a local file (such as a text file or spreadsheet) but does not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action. This is a common security measure in SAP systems to prevent unauthorized data extraction.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization object to save lists to local files. This is often controlled by the authorization object S_PROGRAM or S_USER_AUTH.
  System Settings: The SAP system may have restrictions in place that prevent users from saving data locally.
  User Role: The user's assigned role may not include permissions for file downloads.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Contact your SAP security administrator to verify your user role and the associated authorizations.
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations for the relevant authorization objects, particularly S_PROGRAM and S_USER_AUTH.
  
  
  
  Adjust User Roles:
  
  If you do not have the required authorizations, request that your role be updated to include the necessary permissions to save lists to local files.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If you are an administrator, check the system settings to ensure that there are no global restrictions preventing users from saving files locally.
  Review transaction codes and settings related to file downloads in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Use Alternative Methods:
  
  If immediate access is not possible, consider using alternative methods to extract data, such as exporting to an internal table or using SAP's built-in export functions that do not require local file access.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects and their fields. You can use transaction code SU21 to view authorization objects and SU53 to analyze failed authorization checks.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding user authorizations and file handling to understand the security model better.
  
  If the issue persists after checking authorizations and system settings, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.