How To Fix OA921 - You do not have authorization for archive administration

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OA - SAP ArchiveLink: Messages for SAP ArchiveLink

• Message number: 921

• Message text: You do not have authorization for archive administration

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OA921 - You do not have authorization for archive administration ?

  The SAP error message OA921, which states "You do not have authorization for archive administration," typically indicates that the user attempting to perform an action related to archive administration does not have the necessary authorizations assigned in their user profile.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to insufficient authorization for the user role trying to access archive administration functions. This can happen if:
  
  The user is not assigned to the appropriate roles that include archive administration permissions.
  The user’s profile lacks specific authorization objects related to archiving.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user experiencing the error. You can do this by using transaction code SU01 to display the user profile.
  
  
  
  Assign Required Roles:
  
  If the user does not have the necessary roles, you will need to assign them. The roles should include the necessary authorizations for archive administration. Common roles that might include these permissions are:
  
  SAP_ALL (for testing purposes only, not recommended for production)
  Specific roles related to archiving, such as those starting with SAP_ARCHIVE_*.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Check the authorization objects related to archiving. The key authorization objects for archive administration include:
  
  S_ARCHIVE: This object controls access to archiving functions.
  S_USER_AUTH: This object controls user authorizations.
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions for these objects.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction SU53:
  
  If the user still encounters the error after role assignment, they can use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs. This transaction shows the last authorization check and can help identify which specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to assist in resolving the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and archiving.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User maintenance.
  PFCG: Role maintenance.
  SU53: Display authorization check.
  
  
  Best Practices: Regularly review user roles and authorizations to ensure they align with the user's job functions and responsibilities.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the OA921 error and enable the user to access archive administration functions.