How To Fix CM_SCC_BUPA_REPLY011 - Not authorized to read attachment &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_SCC_BUPA_REPLY - Message Class for SCC BP Reply

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Not authorized to read attachment &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_SCC_BUPA_REPLY011 - Not authorized to read attachment &1 ?

  The SAP error message CM_SCC_BUPA_REPLY011 indicates that a user is not authorized to read a specific attachment associated with a business partner. This error typically arises in scenarios where the system is trying to access documents or attachments linked to business partner records, and the user does not have the necessary permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization to access the attachment. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in the user's profile.
  Document Management Settings: The settings in the Document Management System (DMS) or the specific configuration for business partner attachments may restrict access.
  Attachment Ownership: The attachment may be owned by a different user or group, and the current user does not have the necessary permissions to view it.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access business partner attachments.
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Authorization Profiles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, work with your SAP security team to adjust the authorization profiles or roles assigned to the user.
  Ensure that the user has access to the relevant authorization objects related to business partner attachments.
  
  
  
  Review Document Management Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the Document Management System (DMS) to ensure that the attachment access settings are correctly configured.
  Ensure that the attachment is not restricted by any specific document type or status.
  
  
  
  Check Attachment Ownership:
  
  Verify if the attachment is owned by a different user or group. If so, you may need to change the ownership or grant access to the current user.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance on resolving authorization issues related to business partner attachments.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01: User Maintenance (to check and modify user roles)
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization failures)
  PFCG: Role Maintenance (to manage roles and authorizations)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization objects related to business partners and document management.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking authorizations and configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.