How To Fix >3520 - No authorization to write file &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >3 - Lock management messages

• Message number: 520

• Message text: No authorization to write file &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >3520 - No authorization to write file &1 ?

  The SAP error message 3520: No authorization to write file &1 typically indicates that the user attempting to perform a file operation does not have the necessary authorizations to write to the specified file or directory. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to export data to a file, save a report, or perform file operations in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations in the SAP system to write to the specified file or directory.
  File System Permissions: The underlying operating system may have restrictions on the file or directory, preventing the SAP application from writing to it.
  Incorrect File Path: The specified file path may be incorrect or point to a location where the user does not have write access.
  Profile Parameters: Certain SAP profile parameters may restrict file operations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check for authorization issues. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify what is missing.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for file operations. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Review Operating System Permissions:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary permissions on the operating system level to write to the specified directory or file. This may involve checking file system permissions and ownership.
  
  
  
  Correct File Path:
  
  Ensure that the file path specified in the operation is correct and accessible. Check for typos or incorrect directory structures.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Profile Parameters:
  
  Review relevant SAP profile parameters that may affect file writing operations, such as rdisp/wp_no_btc or rdisp/wp_no_btc. Adjust these parameters if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis team or system administrator. They can help check system logs, user roles, and any other configurations that may be affecting file access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the operation again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance (to check user roles)
  ST22: Dump Analysis (to check for any related dumps)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to authorization issues and file operations for any specific guidance or patches.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on authorization concepts and file handling to better understand the requirements and configurations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message 3520: No authorization to write file &1.