How To Fix 42344 - You are not authorized to reassign info objects to other folders

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 42 - Information Workbench

• Message number: 344

• Message text: You are not authorized to reassign info objects to other folders

What causes this issue?

If information objects are reassigned to other folders, this affects
all releases.
This affects already delivered versions of info objects and the
translation of info objects, so this operation requires special
authorization.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Inform your system manager.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 42344 - You are not authorized to reassign info objects to other folders ?

  The SAP error message 42344, which states "You are not authorized to reassign info objects to other folders," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when a user attempts to move or reassign InfoObjects (like InfoCubes, DataStore Objects, etc.) to different folders or categories within the system.
  Cause:
  The error is primarily caused by insufficient authorizations or permissions assigned to the user trying to perform the action. In SAP, access control is managed through roles and authorizations, and if a user does not have the necessary permissions to modify the structure or organization of InfoObjects, this error will be triggered.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. This can be done by using transaction code SU01 to check the user profile.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for the specific actions they are trying to perform. This typically includes authorizations related to InfoObjects and the specific folders they are trying to access.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary permissions, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Use transaction code PFCG to manage roles and authorizations. You can add the necessary authorization objects related to InfoObjects, such as S_INFO (for InfoObjects) and S_BI_WB (for BI Workbench).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to change roles or permissions, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help assess the situation and make the necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new permissions take effect.
  Attempt the action again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to InfoObjects and folders in SAP BW/BI.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization management and best practices.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 42344 and allow the user to reassign InfoObjects as needed.