How To Fix EAR_LEGAL_REPORT013 - No authorization for reading from file &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EAR_LEGAL_REPORT - ARGENTINA: Legal report message class

• Message number: 013

• Message text: No authorization for reading from file &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EAR_LEGAL_REPORT013 - No authorization for reading from file & ?

  The SAP error message EAR_LEGAL_REPORT013 indicates that there is no authorization for reading from a specified file. This typically occurs in the context of legal reporting or compliance-related functionalities within SAP, where the system attempts to access a file that the user does not have permission to read.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the report does not have the necessary authorizations assigned to access the file.
  File Path Issues: The file path specified in the report may be incorrect or the file may not exist in the specified location.
  User Role Configuration: The user’s role may not include the necessary permissions for file access, especially if the file is stored in a secure location.
  System Configuration: There may be system-level configurations that restrict access to certain files or directories.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check for missing authorizations.
  Review the user’s roles and profiles in transaction PFCG to ensure that the necessary authorizations for file access are included.
  
  
  
  Verify File Path:
  
  Ensure that the file path specified in the report is correct and that the file exists in that location.
  Check if the file is accessible from the server where the SAP system is running.
  
  
  
  Adjust User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, work with your SAP security team to adjust the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific report or transaction to understand any additional requirements or configurations needed.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis team to check for any system-level restrictions or configurations that may be affecting file access.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the necessary processes and authorizations required for legal reporting and file access.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.