How To Fix /ISDFPS/PM_DIS223 - You are not authorized to read file &1&2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/PM_DIS -

• Message number: 223

• Message text: You are not authorized to read file &1&2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM_DIS223 - You are not authorized to read file &1&2 ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM_DIS223 indicates that a user is not authorized to read a specific file in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Document Management System (DMS) or when dealing with file handling in various SAP modules.
  Cause:
  The error is primarily caused by insufficient authorization for the user trying to access the specified file. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the necessary roles or authorizations assigned to access the file.
  File Permissions: The file itself may have restrictions or permissions set that prevent certain users from accessing it.
  Incorrect File Path: The file path or identifier may be incorrect, leading to an authorization check failure.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see what authorization checks failed.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions to access the file.
  
  
  
  Adjust Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, you may need to assign the appropriate roles or create a custom role that includes the necessary permissions for file access.
  
  
  
  Verify File Permissions:
  
  Check the file's permissions in the system. Ensure that the file is not restricted to certain users or groups.
  If the file is stored in a specific directory, ensure that the user has access to that directory.
  
  
  
  Check File Path:
  
  Ensure that the file path or identifier being used is correct. If the file does not exist or the path is incorrect, it may lead to authorization errors.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP Basis team or system administrator. They can help check system logs and configurations that may affect file access.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SE93: Transaction Codes for Authorization Objects
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects: 
  
  Check for relevant authorization objects related to file access, such as S_DATA, S_FILE, or any specific DMS-related objects.
  
  
  
  Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on authorization management and file handling in your specific SAP version.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the error message /ISDFPS/PM_DIS223.