How To Fix /PF1/MSG_OPM_E134 - No authorization for accessing file '&'.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_OPM_E -

• Message number: 134

• Message text: No authorization for accessing file '&'.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_OPM_E134 - No authorization for accessing file '&'. ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_OPM_E134 No authorization for accessing file '&' indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to access a specific file in the SAP system. This error typically arises in scenarios where file access is required, such as when working with external files or data imports/exports.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user lacks the required authorization objects to access the specified file.
  File Path Issues: The file path may not be correctly defined or accessible due to system settings or user permissions.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not include the necessary roles or authorizations to perform the action.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization objects are missing.
  Review the user's roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure that the necessary authorizations are included.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, a security administrator should add the necessary authorization objects to the user's profile.
  Common authorization objects related to file access include S_DATASET (for file access) and S_PROGRAM (for executing programs that access files).
  
  
  
  Verify File Path:
  
  Ensure that the file path specified in the program or transaction is correct and that the file exists in the specified location.
  Check if the file is located on a network drive or a local drive that the SAP system can access.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to file access and authorization issues for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking authorizations and file paths, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control file access in SAP.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to authorization issues and file access for specific guidance and updates.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.