How To Fix BA479 - No authorization to write data for archiving object &1


BA479 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: BA - Data Archiving

  • Message number: 479

  • Message text: No authorization to write data for archiving object &1

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  • What causes this issue?

    You are not authorized to archive or delete data for the archiving
    object &V1&.

    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?

    For this action, you require authorization S_ARCHIVE for the archiving
    object (ARCH_OBJ) &V1& with the activity (ACTVT) '01'.

    Procedure for System Administrators


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BA479 - No authorization to write data for archiving object &1 ?
    The SAP error message BA479 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to write data for a specific archiving object. This typically occurs when a user attempts to execute an archiving process but lacks the required permissions.
    
    Cause: The error is caused by insufficient authorizations assigned to the user for the specific archiving object. Each archiving object in SAP has associated authorization checks, and if the user does not have the necessary roles or authorizations, the system will prevent them from performing the archiving operation.
    Solution: To resolve the BA479 error, follow these steps: Check User Authorizations: Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization checks failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing. Review Roles and Profiles: Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for the archiving object

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