How To Fix G01068 - Access denied. The log could not be saved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G01 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Access denied. The log could not be saved

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G01068 - Access denied. The log could not be saved ?

  The SAP error message G01068 "Access denied. The log could not be saved" typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to save logs or perform certain actions within the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to save application logs, system logs, or other types of logs.
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user account may lack the required roles or permissions to access the logging functionality.
  Authorization Object Issues: Specific authorization objects related to logging may not be assigned to the user.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict access to logging features.
  User Profile Restrictions: The user profile may have restrictions that prevent logging actions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check for authorization failures.
  Review the user’s roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure that the necessary authorizations are included.
  
  
  
  Assign Missing Authorizations:
  
  If specific authorizations are missing, you may need to assign the appropriate roles or modify existing roles to include the necessary authorization objects (e.g., S_LOG_COM, S_LOG_AUTH).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check if there are any specific configuration settings that might be restricting access to logs. This may involve reviewing system parameters or settings in transaction SM19 (Security Audit Log) or SLG1 (Application Log).
  
  
  
  Test with a Different User:
  
  If possible, test the action with a different user account that has known access to see if the issue is specific to the original user.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to logging include:
  
  S_LOG_COM: Authorization for logging activities.
  S_LOG_AUTH: Authorization for log access.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display authorization check.
  SU01: User maintenance.
  PFCG: Role maintenance.
  SLG1: Display application log.
  SM19: Security audit log configuration.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization management and logging functionalities.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking authorizations and configurations, further investigation may be required, potentially involving SAP support or consulting services.