How To Fix RFM_PSST_MSG053 - No authorization to maintain documents in &1 &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RFM_PSST_MSG - Message Class for PSST

• Message number: 053

• Message text: No authorization to maintain documents in &1 &2 &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RFM_PSST_MSG053 - No authorization to maintain documents in &1 &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message RFM_PSST_MSG053 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to maintain documents in a specified area (denoted by &1, &2, and &3). This error typically arises in the context of document management or when trying to perform actions that require specific permissions.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The user’s role does not include the necessary authorization objects required to perform the action.
  Incorrect Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned the correct role that includes the necessary permissions.
  Document Type Restrictions: The user may have restrictions on certain document types or areas within the SAP system.
  Organizational Level Restrictions: The user may not have access to specific organizational units or levels that are required to maintain the documents.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to view the user’s roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Ensure that the user has the correct roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations for document maintenance.
  If the user needs additional roles, work with your SAP security team to assign the appropriate roles.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Objects:
  
  If you identify missing authorization objects, you may need to modify the existing roles or create new ones that include the necessary permissions.
  Common authorization objects related to document management include S_DOKU_AUTH, S_DOKU_CLI, and others depending on the specific document type and area.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance in resolving the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Test the action again to confirm that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to document management in your SAP environment.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding user roles and authorizations to ensure compliance with security policies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the RFM_PSST_MSG053 error.