How To Fix OD684 - Archiving not possible due to missing authorization for &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OD - IS-Oil: TSW Traders' and Schedulers' Workbench messages

• Message number: 684

• Message text: Archiving not possible due to missing authorization for &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OD684 - Archiving not possible due to missing authorization for & ?

  The SAP error message OD684 indicates that archiving is not possible due to missing authorization for a specific object or action. This typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an archiving operation without having the necessary permissions assigned to their user profile.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by insufficient authorization for the user trying to execute the archiving process. This can happen if:
  
  The user does not have the required roles or authorizations assigned in their user profile.
  The authorization object related to archiving is not properly configured or is missing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the OD684 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to view the user’s roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Assign Required Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, work with your SAP security team to assign the appropriate roles that include archiving permissions.
  Common authorization objects related to archiving include S_ARCHIVE and S_DATASET. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions for these objects.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Object Configuration:
  
  If the authorization objects are present but not configured correctly, review the settings to ensure that the user has the necessary access rights.
  Check the authorization profiles and roles assigned to the user to ensure they include the necessary permissions for archiving.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user attempt the archiving process again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific authorization objects and their configurations related to archiving.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  S_ARCHIVE: Archive Management
  S_DATASET: Access to Files and Directories
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to archiving and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the OD684 error in SAP.