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Message type: E = Error
Message class: MEQ - Message Class for ABAP QUERY (ME)
Message number: 008
Message text: No authorization for chosen query
You need a special authorization to select the desired documents.
You can obtain this authorization from your system administrator.
The system has terminated the operation.
INCLUDE NA_ALLG_SYSTEMVERW OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
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The SAP error message MEQ008, which states "No authorization for chosen query," typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a query or report for which they do not have the necessary authorizations. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in the context of reporting and querying data.
Cause:
- Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization objects assigned to their user profile to access the specific query or report.
- Query Restrictions: The query may have specific restrictions or settings that limit access based on user roles or profiles.
- Role Assignment: The user’s role may not include the necessary permissions to execute the query.
- Query Configuration: The query itself may be configured in a way that restricts access to certain users or groups.
Solution:
Check User Authorizations:
- Use transaction code
SU53
immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization objects are missing.- Review the authorization logs to identify the specific authorization objects that are causing the issue.
Modify User Roles:
- If you have the necessary administrative rights, you can modify the user’s roles using transaction code
PFCG
to include the required authorizations.- Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include access to the query in question.
Consult with Security Team:
- If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the details of the error and the query you are trying to access.
Review Query Settings:
- If you have access to the query configuration, check the settings to ensure that there are no restrictions that would prevent the user from executing the query.
Testing:
- After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Then, attempt to run the query again.
Related Information:
S_QUERY
, S_TCODE
, and others depending on the specific module.SU53
: Display authorization check.PFCG
: Role maintenance.SU01
: User maintenance.By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MEQ008 error and gain access to the desired query.
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