How To Fix DMU144 - User &1 has no authorization to read node &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMU - Digital Mock Up (DMU)

• Message number: 144

• Message text: User &1 has no authorization to read node &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMU144 - User &1 has no authorization to read node &2 ?

  The SAP error message DMU144 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to read a specific node in the system. This typically occurs in the context of data management or data migration processes, particularly when using tools like the Data Migration Workbench or similar functionalities.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by a lack of authorization for the user (indicated by &1) to access the specified node (indicated by &2). This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Authorization Roles: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate roles that grant access to the required nodes.
  Authorization Object Restrictions: The authorization objects related to the specific node may not be configured correctly for the user.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not include the necessary permissions to access certain data or transactions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DMU144 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include the necessary authorizations for the node in question.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the authorization objects related to the node that the user is trying to access.
  Use transaction SU53 (Display Authorization Check) immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization checks failed.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Use transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance) to create or modify roles.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the functionality again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Management: Understanding how SAP handles authorizations is crucial. Familiarize yourself with the concepts of roles, profiles, and authorization objects.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to user management and authorization include:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SUIM: User Information System
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user authorizations and roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the DMU144 error.