How To Fix DMS_VEG_MSG047 - User does not have authorization to PDF conversion

DMS_VEG_MSG047 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMS_VEG_MSG - Message Class for DMS VEG Connector

• Message number: 047

• Message text: User does not have authorization to PDF conversion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMS_VEG_MSG047 - User does not have authorization to PDF conversion ?

  The SAP error message DMS_VEG_MSG047 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to perform PDF conversion in the Document Management System (DMS). This error typically arises when a user attempts to convert documents to PDF format but lacks the required permissions.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is insufficient authorization for the user role in the SAP system. Specifically, the user may not have the necessary authorization objects assigned to their user profile that allow them to execute PDF conversions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to display the user profile that is encountering the error.
  Review the roles assigned to the user and check if they include the necessary authorizations for PDF conversion.
  
  
  
  Assign Required Authorizations:
  
  The authorization object that typically governs PDF conversion in DMS is S_DMS_DOC. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions for this object.
  You may need to assign