How To Fix 02017 - No authorization to unpack a list (with RFC)

02017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 02 -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: No authorization to unpack a list (with RFC)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 02017 - No authorization to unpack a list (with RFC) ?

  The SAP error message "02017 No authorization to unpack a list (with RFC)" typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to perform a specific action related to unpacking a list in the context of Remote Function Call (RFC) communication. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to access data or execute a function module that requires specific authorizations.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user executing the RFC call does not have the required authorizations assigned in their user profile. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations related to the specific function module or transaction.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions to unpack lists or access certain data.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured, or there may be restrictions in place that prevent the user from executing the required actions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction SU01