How To Fix COM_DML_ENGINE216 - No authorization to archive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_DML_ENGINE - MDF Processing Layer

• Message number: 216

• Message text: No authorization to archive

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_DML_ENGINE216 - No authorization to archive ?

  The SAP error message COM_DML_ENGINE216 ("No authorization to archive") typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an archiving operation without the necessary authorizations. This can happen in various contexts, such as when trying to archive data in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorizations in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user may not have the required permissions to execute archiving transactions or access the archiving objects.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to review the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Profiles:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned that include the required authorizations for archiving. This may involve checking the roles assigned to the user in transaction PFCG.
  Look for roles that include the authorization objects related to archiving, such as S_ARCHIVE or other relevant objects depending on the specific archiving process.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the necessary authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the existing roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Ensure that the role is properly assigned to the user after making changes.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt the archiving operation again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for archiving in SAP. Common objects include:
  
  S_ARCHIVE: General archiving authorization.
  S_DATASET: Authorization for file access, which may be relevant depending on the archiving method.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for specific archiving issues.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to archiving processes and authorization management to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the COM_DML_ENGINE216 error and successfully perform the archiving operation.