How To Fix AIMMERGER_SHD075 - No authorization for accessing the XPRA-merge file

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AIMMERGER_SHD - Message Class of AIM-Merger

• Message number: 075

• Message text: No authorization for accessing the XPRA-merge file

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AIMMERGER_SHD075 - No authorization for accessing the XPRA-merge file ?

  The SAP error message AIMMERGER_SHD075 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to access the XPRA (eXecutable Program for Rapid Application) merge file. This error typically occurs during the upgrade or installation of SAP systems when the system attempts to execute a merge process that requires specific authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user executing the transaction or program does not have the required authorizations to access the XPRA merge file.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations for the XPRA process.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured to allow access to the required objects.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the missing authorizations.
  This transaction will show you the last authorization check that failed, helping you identify what is missing.
  
  
  
  Assign Required Roles:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned that include access to the XPRA merge files. This may involve working with your SAP security team to review and assign the appropriate roles.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Profiles:
  
  If the roles are correct but the issue persists, check if the authorization profiles need to be modified to include the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction SU01:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 to check the user’s authorizations and roles. You can add or modify roles as needed.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  System Administrator Involvement:
  
  If you are not an administrator, you may need to involve your SAP Basis or security team to resolve the authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  XPRA: These are programs that are executed during the upgrade process to adjust the database and application objects to the new version.
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that may be required for XPRA execution, such as S_PROGRAM, S_TCODE, and others that may be specific to your SAP environment.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on authorization management and XPRA processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AIMMERGER_SHD075 error and ensure that the user has the necessary access to perform the required operations.