How To Fix PU808 - No authorization to change file &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PU - Upgrade and Transport Log Messages

• Message number: 808

• Message text: No authorization to change file &

What causes this issue?

When working with the Transport Organizer, you tried to access certain
operating system files to change them.
To avoid competing file accesses, semaphore files are created
beforehand which are deleted again when the respective file change has
been completed.
You are not authorized to delete such semaphore files. To avoid
inconsistencies and deadlocks, creation of semaphore files as well as
the actual file access required is forbidden in this case.

System Response

The function terminates.

How to fix this error?

The file access authorizations are assigned via the authorization
object S_DATASET.
First obtain the authorizations provided for this object if you want to
work with the Transport Organizer.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PU808 - No authorization to change file & ?

  The SAP error message PU808 "No authorization to change file &" typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary permissions to modify a specific file or object in the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to change configuration settings, update master data, or modify documents.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user role assigned to the individual does not include the necessary authorizations to change the specified file or object.
  Authorization Object Restrictions: The authorization objects related to the specific transaction or file may not be properly configured.
  File Locking: The file may be locked by another user or process, preventing changes.
  System Configuration: Certain system settings or configurations may restrict access to specific files or transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user encountering the error. Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to change the file in question.
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check user roles.
  Use transaction code PFCG to review and modify role authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects: Identify the relevant authorization objects that govern access to the file or transaction. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions for these objects.
  
  Common authorization objects include S_DATA, S_TABU_DIS, and others depending on the context.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team: If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the required permissions.
  
  
  Check for Locks: If the file is locked, check if another user is currently editing it. You can use transaction code SM12 to view and manage locks.
  
  
  System Configuration Review: If the issue persists, review the system configuration settings that may restrict access to certain files or transactions.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  PFCG - Role Maintenance
  SM12 - Display and Delete Locks
  SU53 - Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization management and troubleshooting authorization issues.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the PU808 error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PU808 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.