How To Fix /LIME/CORE201 - You do not have authorization for access to the archive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /LIME/CORE -

• Message number: 201

• Message text: You do not have authorization for access to the archive

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /LIME/CORE201 - You do not have authorization for access to the archive ?

  The SAP error message /LIME/CORE201 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to access a specific archive. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Archive Management, where users may need specific permissions to view or manage archived data.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization objects assigned to their user profile to access the archive.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for archive access.
  Object-Specific Restrictions: There may be restrictions on specific objects or data that the user is trying to access.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to analyze the authorization check. This will show which authorization object failed.
  Review the authorization logs to identify missing permissions.
  
  
  
  Assign Necessary Roles:
  
  Work with your SAP security team to ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include access to the archive.
  Common authorization objects related to archive access include S_ARCHIVE and S_DATASET.
  
  
  
  Modify Role Permissions:
  
  If the user needs access to specific archives, the security team may need to modify existing roles or create new ones that include the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Ensure that any changes made to user roles and authorizations are documented for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to authorization errors in archive management.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as S_USER_AUTH for user authorizations and SU01 for user maintenance.
  Security Best Practices: Follow best practices for user role management to ensure that users have the minimum necessary access to perform their job functions while maintaining system security.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP Basis team for further investigation.