How To Fix FR790 - No authorization to open file &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FR - Messages for FI Reporting

• Message number: 790

• Message text: No authorization to open file &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FR790 - No authorization to open file & ?

  The SAP error message FR790 "No authorization to open file &" typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary permissions to access a specific file or directory that the SAP system is trying to read or write to. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when generating reports, exporting data, or accessing external files.
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient User Authorizations: The user account does not have the required authorizations to access the specified file or directory.
  File Path Issues: The file path may be incorrect or the file may not exist in the specified location.
  Operating System Permissions: The underlying operating system may have restrictions that prevent the SAP application from accessing the file.
  Network Issues: If the file is located on a network drive, there may be connectivity issues or the user may not have access to that network location.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations in SAP to access the file. This can be done by checking the user's roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  Specifically, look for authorizations related to file access, such as S_DATASET for file operations.
  
  
  
  Verify File Path:
  
  Confirm that the file path specified in the transaction or program is correct. Check for typos or incorrect directory structures.
  Ensure that the file actually exists at the specified location.
  
  
  
  Operating System Permissions:
  
  Check the file system permissions on the server where the file is located. Ensure that the user account under which the SAP application is running has the necessary read/write permissions for the file or directory.
  
  
  
  Network Access:
  
  If the file is on a network drive, ensure that the user has access to that network location. Check for any network issues that may be preventing access.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis team. They can help check the system logs for more detailed error messages and assist in troubleshooting the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  PFCG - Role Maintenance
  ST22 - Dump Analysis (to check for any related dumps)
  SM21 - System Log (to check for any relevant log entries)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to file access errors. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation regarding file handling and authorization management for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FR790 error in your SAP environment.