How To Fix /ASU/GENERAL037 - Missing authorizations to upload file from frontend

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ASU/GENERAL -

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Missing authorizations to upload file from frontend

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ASU/GENERAL037 - Missing authorizations to upload file from frontend ?

  The SAP error message /ASU/GENERAL037 Missing authorizations to upload file from frontend typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to perform a file upload operation from the frontend (the user's local machine) to the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when using transaction codes that involve file uploads, like AL11, CG3Z, or when using custom programs that allow file uploads.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user lacks the required authorizations in their role/profile to perform file upload operations.
  Authorization Object: The specific authorization object that controls file upload permissions may not be assigned to the user.
  Profile Issues: The user’s profile may not include the necessary roles that grant upload permissions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization checks failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorizations are missing.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Roles:
  
  Work with your SAP security team to review the roles