How To Fix >3278 - No authorization to send

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >3 - Lock management messages

• Message number: 278

• Message text: No authorization to send

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >3278 - No authorization to send ?

  The SAP error message "3278 No authorization to send" typically occurs when a user attempts to send a document or message (such as an email or a workflow notification) but lacks the necessary authorizations to perform that action. This can happen in various contexts, such as sending emails from SAP, sending messages in workflows, or other communication-related functions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization object to send messages or documents. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in their user profile.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict sending messages or documents.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly set up, or the user may not be assigned to the correct organizational units or roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check for missing authorizations. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify what is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure that the necessary authorization objects are included.
  
  
  
  Assign Necessary Roles:
  
  If the user is missing the required roles, work with your SAP security team to assign the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for sending messages/documents.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to the messaging or communication functionality in SAP. This may involve reviewing settings in transaction SCOT (for SAPconnect) or other relevant configuration transactions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or functionality you are trying to use. There may be specific notes addressing this error.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or configurations, test the functionality again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to sending messages include S_SYST (System Authorization) and S_USER_AUTH (User Authorization).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  User Groups: Ensure that the user is part of the correct user groups that may have specific authorizations related to sending messages.
  
  If the issue persists after checking authorizations and configurations, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.