How To Fix DMEE080 - You do not have authorization to read file &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMEE - Messages for Data Medium Exchange Engine

• Message number: 080

• Message text: You do not have authorization to read file &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMEE080 - You do not have authorization to read file &1 ?

  The SAP error message DMEE080, which states "You do not have authorization to read file &1," typically occurs when a user attempts to access a file for which they do not have the necessary permissions. This error is often encountered in the context of the Data Medium Exchange Engine (DMEE) when generating payment files or other data files.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorizations to access the specified file. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in the SAP system.
  File Path Issues: The file path specified may not be accessible due to system settings or restrictions.
  File Ownership: The file may be owned by another user or process, and the current user does not have the rights to read it.
  Operating System Permissions: The underlying operating system may have restrictions that prevent the SAP application from accessing the file.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to access the file. This can be done by checking the user's profile in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorization objects related to file access, such as S_DATASET for file operations.
  
  
  
  Review File Path:
  
  Confirm that the file path specified in the DMEE configuration is correct and accessible.
  Check if the file exists at the specified location.
  
  
  
  Adjust Operating System Permissions:
  
  If the file is located on a server, ensure that the operating system permissions allow the SAP application to read the file. This may involve checking file permissions and ownership on the server.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to involve the SAP Basis team to check for any system-level restrictions or configurations that could be affecting file access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the file access again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  PFCG - Role Maintenance
  DMEE - DMEE Configuration
  
  
  Authorization Objects: 
  
  S_DATASET - Authorizations for file access
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DMEE080 error and gain the necessary access to the file in question.