How To Fix MDC_PROCESS117 - No authorization to upload selected file

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDC_PROCESS - Messages In Context Of MDC Processing

• Message number: 117

• Message text: No authorization to upload selected file

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDC_PROCESS117 - No authorization to upload selected file ?

  The SAP error message MDC_PROCESS117, which states "No authorization to upload selected file," typically occurs when a user attempts to upload a file in the SAP system but lacks the necessary authorizations to perform that action. This can happen in various contexts, such as when using the SAP GUI or SAP Fiori applications.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization objects assigned to their user profile to perform file uploads.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for file upload activities.
  System Configuration: Certain system settings or configurations may restrict file uploads for specific users or roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check for missing authorizations. This transaction will show you the last authorization check and help identify what is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to review the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review and Update Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary administrative rights, review the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the roles include the required authorization objects for file uploads, such as:
  
  S_DATASET: Authorization for file access.
  S_USER_AUTH: Authorization for user-related activities.
  
  
  If the roles do not include the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the roles or create a new role that includes the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security or basis team. Provide them with the error message and any relevant details so they can assist in resolving the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new permissions take effect. Then, attempt the file upload again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or known issues related to the error message MDC_PROCESS117. SAP Notes often provide detailed information on troubleshooting and resolving specific errors.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to user authorizations and file upload processes to understand the requirements better.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), and SU53 (Authorization Check) for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the MDC_PROCESS117 error in SAP.