How To Fix 2B014 - No authorization for releasing &1 for background processing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 2B - TMS Background Service

• Message number: 014

• Message text: No authorization for releasing &1 for background processing

What causes this issue?

User &V1& does not have the authorization to release jobs.

System Response

The job has the status 'Scheduled' and can only be deleted, since the
necessary input data has not been stored.

How to fix this error?

Delete the job.
Let the system administrator give you the required authorization.
Reschedule the job.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 2B014 - No authorization for releasing &1 for background processing ?

  The SAP error message 2B014 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to release a specific job for background processing. This typically occurs when a user attempts to release a background job that they do not have permission to manage.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by insufficient authorization in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user lacks the necessary authorization object that allows them to release background jobs. The relevant authorization object for background job management is S_BTCH_JOB.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Profiles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include the authorization object S_BTCH_JOB with the appropriate activity (e.g., 01 for "Create", 02 for "Change", 03 for "Display", and 06 for "Release").
  
  
  
  Modify Authorizations:
  
  If the user does not have the required authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Ensure that the role includes the following:
  
  Object: S_BTCH_JOB
  Field: ACTVT (Activity) - Ensure that the user has the necessary activities for job management.
  Field: JOBNAME - You may need to specify job names or use wildcards if applicable.
  
  
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Attempt to release the background job again to verify that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change user roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with SAP authorization concepts and how to manage roles and profiles.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and background job management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the error message 2B014.