How To Fix GG513 - You do not have the necessary authorization for archiving

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GG - Messages for FI-SL customizing

• Message number: 513

• Message text: You do not have the necessary authorization for archiving

What causes this issue?

You require the authorization S_ADMI_ALL for archiving, but you do not
have this authorization.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GG513 - You do not have the necessary authorization for archiving ?

  The SAP error message GG513, which states "You do not have the necessary authorization for archiving," typically indicates that the user attempting to perform an archiving operation does not have the required authorizations assigned in their user profile. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to archive data in SAP systems.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user lacks the necessary authorization objects related to archiving activities.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate roles that include archiving permissions.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured to allow archiving actions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after receiving the error to check which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  The relevant authorization objects for archiving typically include:
  
  S_ARCHIVE - Authorization for archiving
  S_DATASET - Authorization for file access
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions for these objects.
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  If the user does not have the required roles, work with your SAP security team to assign the appropriate roles that include archiving permissions.
  Common roles that may include archiving permissions are those related to data management or specific modules (e.g., FI, MM, SD).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Administrator:
  
  If you are not an administrator, contact your SAP security administrator to review and adjust your authorizations as needed.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, have the user log out and back in, then attempt the archiving operation again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01: User maintenance (to check or modify user roles)
  PFCG: Role maintenance (to create or modify roles)
  SU53: Display authorization check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and roles related to archiving.
  
  
  Best Practices: Regularly review user roles and authorizations to ensure they align with current business processes and security requirements.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GG513 error and successfully perform archiving operations in your SAP system.