How To Fix /PLMI/DIR_BO018 - You are not authorized to display document structure &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/DIR_BO -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: You are not authorized to display document structure &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/DIR_BO018 - You are not authorized to display document structure &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/DIR_BO018 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to display the document structure for a specific object (denoted by &1). This error typically arises in the context of SAP Document Management System (DMS) or similar modules where document structures are involved.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user may not have the required permissions to access the document structure associated with the object in question.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check and can help identify which specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to view the user's profile and roles.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned that include the required authorizations for accessing document structures.
  You may need to check the roles assigned to the user and see if they include the necessary authorization objects related to document management.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Roles:
  
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the existing roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Common authorization objects that may be relevant include:
  
  S_DOKU_AUTH (Document Management Authorization)
  S_DOKU_TY (Document Type Authorization)
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate activity authorizations (e.g., display, create, change) for the document types they need to access.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help you identify and assign the correct authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and their usage in DMS.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to authorization errors in your version of SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the error message /PLMI/DIR_BO018.