How To Fix /PLMI/DIR_BRW_BO020 - At least one document is hidden due to failed authorization

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/DIR_BRW_BO -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: At least one document is hidden due to failed authorization

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/DIR_BRW_BO020 - At least one document is hidden due to failed authorization ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/DIR_BRW_BO020 indicates that at least one document is hidden due to failed authorization. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow or Document Management System (DMS) when a user attempts to access documents or objects for which they do not have the necessary permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorizations to view certain documents. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in the user's profile.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that restricts access to certain users.
  Object-Specific Authorizations: The document may have specific authorizations set at the object level that prevent certain users from viewing it.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization checks failed.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions to access the documents.
  
  
  
  Adjust Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to add the required roles or adjust the existing roles to include the necessary permissions.
  Consult with your SAP security team or administrator to make the necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Document Status Review:
  
  Check the status of the document in question to ensure it is not restricted due to its current state (e.g., archived, locked, etc.).
  
  
  
  Object-Specific Settings:
  
  Review the specific authorization settings for the document or object type to ensure that the user has the appropriate access rights.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in, or refresh their session to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to documents in your SAP system.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on authorization management and troubleshooting authorization issues.
  
  If the problem persists after checking and adjusting authorizations, it may be necessary to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP Basis team for further investigation.