How To Fix /ISDFPS/PM_DIS279 - Error while downloading file; you are not authorized to download file

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/PM_DIS -

• Message number: 279

• Message text: Error while downloading file; you are not authorized to download file

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM_DIS279 - Error while downloading file; you are not authorized to download file ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM_DIS279 indicates that a user is attempting to download a file but does not have the necessary authorization to do so. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Document Management System (DMS) or when dealing with files in the SAP environment.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization to access or download the specific file. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in the user's profile.
  File Permissions: The file itself may have restrictions that prevent certain users from downloading it.
  Configuration Settings: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict file downloads based on user roles or other criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Go to transaction SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This transaction shows the last authorization check and can help identify which authorization is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions to download files.
  
  
  
  Adjust File Permissions:
  
  If the file is managed in DMS, check the file's access control settings. Ensure that the user or user group has the necessary permissions to download the file.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help identify and assign the necessary roles or permissions.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check if there are any specific configuration settings in the SAP system that might be restricting file downloads. This may involve reviewing settings in the DMS or related modules.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to authorizations or permissions, test the download again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to DMS and file handling for more insights into authorization management.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the proper procedures for accessing and downloading files within the SAP system to minimize authorization issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to allow the user to download the file successfully.