How To Fix 5C114 - Activity authorization is missing for the reading of spool dataset &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5C - HR: Messages for Switzerland

• Message number: 114

• Message text: Activity authorization is missing for the reading of spool dataset &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5C114 - Activity authorization is missing for the reading of spool dataset & ?

  The SAP error message 5C114 indicates that there is a missing activity authorization for reading a spool dataset. This typically occurs when a user attempts to access or manage spool requests (such as printing or viewing spool files) without having the necessary permissions.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by insufficient authorization in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user lacks the required authorization object that allows them to read or manage spool datasets. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user does not have the necessary authorization object (e.g., S_SPO_DEV) assigned to their user profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user do not include the necessary permissions for spool management.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured to include the required authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these 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:
  
  Go to transaction PFCG (Profile Generator) and check the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for spool management.
  Look for the authorization object S_SPO_DEV (or similar) and ensure that it is included in the user's roles.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the necessary authorization is missing, you may need to modify the role to include the required authorization object. This can be done by:
  
  Adding the authorization object to the role.
  Assigning the appropriate values (e.g., activity codes) to the authorization object.
  
  
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If changes are made to roles or authorizations, ensure that they are transported to the relevant systems if you are working in a landscape with multiple environments (e.g., Development, Quality Assurance, Production).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to modify roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects related to spool management, such as:
  
  S_SPO_DEV: Authorization for spool management.
  S_USER_AUTH: General user authorization checks.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User maintenance (to check user roles).
  SU53: Display authorization check (to diagnose authorization issues).
  PFCG: Role maintenance (to modify roles and authorizations).
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to read the spool dataset.