How To Fix AREN032 - You are not authorized for archiving (S_ARCHIVE)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AREN - Messages - Archiving Engine

• Message number: 032

• Message text: You are not authorized for archiving (S_ARCHIVE)

What causes this issue?

No archiving authorization for authorization object S_ARCHIVE.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AREN032 - You are not authorized for archiving (S_ARCHIVE) ?

  The SAP error message AREN032 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to perform archiving operations. This is related to the authorization object S_ARCHIVE, which controls access to archiving functions in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a user attempts to execute an archiving transaction or function without the required authorization. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user profile does not include the necessary authorization for archiving.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned a role that includes the S_ARCHIVE authorization object.
  Authorization Object Configuration: The configuration of the S_ARCHIVE authorization object may not be set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AREN032 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed.
  This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 to display the user profile.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that at least one of the roles includes the S_ARCHIVE authorization object.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user does not have the required authorization, you may need to modify an existing role or create a new role that includes the S_ARCHIVE authorization.
  Use transaction code PFCG to manage roles and authorizations.
  Add the S_ARCHIVE authorization object to the appropriate role and assign it to the user.
  
  
  
  Authorization Object Details:
  
  The S_ARCHIVE authorization object typically includes fields such as:
  
  Activity: This field specifies the type of action (e.g., create, change, display).
  Archive Object: This field specifies which archiving objects the user is allowed to access.
  
  
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the archiving function again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Authorization Management: Understanding how to manage authorizations and roles in SAP is crucial for maintaining security and access control.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP security guidelines for more detailed information on managing authorizations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP security team or administrator for further assistance.