How To Fix DS291 - You do not have the authorization to display table &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DS - Messages for Editing Text Elements in ABAP Programs

• Message number: 291

• Message text: You do not have the authorization to display table &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DS291 - You do not have the authorization to display table & ?

  The SAP error message DS291 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to display a specific table in the SAP system. This is a common issue related to user permissions and roles within the SAP environment.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The user is trying to access a table for which they do not have the required authorization.
  The authorization object related to table access is not assigned to the user's role.
  The user might be trying to access a table that is restricted due to security policies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DS291 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which authorization object is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Profiles:
  
  Go to transaction PFCG (Profile Generator) and check the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the role includes the necessary authorizations for accessing the specific table.
  If the role does not have the required authorizations, you may need to modify the role to include the necessary authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Add Authorization Objects:
  
  The relevant authorization object for table access is typically S_TABU_DIS (for display access to tables). Ensure that the user has the appropriate values for this object.
  You may need to add the specific table name to the authorization object in the role.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. They can assist in reviewing and updating the user's authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects are used to control access to various functions and data. Each object can have multiple fields that define the specific access rights.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User maintenance (to check user roles).
  SU53: Display authorization check (to see what authorization failed).
  PFCG: Role maintenance (to manage roles and authorizations).
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP security policies for more detailed information on managing user authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the DS291 error.