How To Fix /FTI/FDT_XML_EXPORT003 - No authorisation for user &1 to download to location &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /FTI/FDT_XML_EXPORT -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: No authorisation for user &1 to download to location &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /FTI/FDT_XML_EXPORT003 - No authorisation for user &1 to download to location &2 ?

  The SAP error message /FTI/FDT_XML_EXPORT003 No authorisation for user &1 to download to location &2 indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to download files to the specified location. This typically occurs in the context of exporting data or files from SAP to a local or network directory.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorizations to write to the specified directory or location.
  Directory Permissions: The target directory may not have the correct permissions set for the user or the SAP application server.
  Profile Settings: The user profile may not include the necessary roles or authorizations for file operations.
  Network Path Issues: If the location is a network path, there may be additional security settings or access controls that prevent the user from writing to that location.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check for missing authorizations.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned that include file download permissions.
  
  
  
  Adjust Directory Permissions:
  
  Verify that the target directory has the appropriate permissions set for the user or the SAP service account.
  If the directory is on a network share, ensure that the share permissions allow the user to write files.
  
  
  
  Modify User Profile:
  
  If the user is missing roles, work with your SAP security team to assign the necessary roles that include file export permissions.
  
  
  
  Check Network Path:
  
  If the download location is a network path, ensure that the path is accessible and that the user has the necessary permissions to write to that location.
  
  
  
  SAP Configuration:
  
  Check the SAP system configuration for any restrictions on file downloads. This may include settings in transaction RZ10 or RZ11 that control file access.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to file export and authorization issues for any specific guidance or updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to file downloads and authorizations.
  Security Roles: Familiarize yourself with the roles and authorizations related to file handling in your SAP environment.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation.