How To Fix PLMDISCALC034 - User &1 is not allowed to execute the report

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLMDISCALC - Messages for LLC calculation

• Message number: 034

• Message text: User &1 is not allowed to execute the report

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLMDISCALC034 - User &1 is not allowed to execute the report ?

  The SAP error message PLMDISCALC034 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to execute a specific report. This is a common issue in SAP systems where user roles and authorizations are strictly managed to ensure security and compliance.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object or role assigned to execute the report.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the correct role that includes permissions for the report in question.
  Profile Issues: The user’s profile may not include the necessary permissions for the transaction or report.
  Report-Specific Restrictions: Some reports may have additional restrictions based on organizational policies or configurations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that the necessary roles for executing the report are included.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization object is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction PFCG to review the roles and the associated authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the role using transaction PFCG to include the required authorization objects.
  Ensure that the role is properly assigned to the user after making changes.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the report execution again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to reports. Common objects include S_PROGRAM, S_TCODE, and others specific to the report.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and best practices.
  Audit Logs: Check audit logs for any additional information regarding authorization failures, which can help in troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PLMDISCALC034 error and allow the user to execute the report successfully.