How To Fix RSCR003 - User must be CE administrator to synchronize roles or publish new reports

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSCR -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: User must be CE administrator to synchronize roles or publish new reports

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSCR003 - User must be CE administrator to synchronize roles or publish new reports ?

  The SAP error message RSCR003 indicates that the user attempting to synchronize roles or publish new reports does not have the necessary authorization. Specifically, the user must be a CE (Content Explorer) administrator to perform these actions.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the user lacks the required permissions to execute the synchronization of roles or the publication of new reports in the SAP system. This is typically due to one of the following reasons:
  
  The user is not assigned the appropriate roles or authorizations in the SAP system.
  The user is trying to perform actions that are restricted to users with administrative privileges.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSCR003 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user in the SAP system. Ensure that the user has been assigned the necessary roles that include CE administrator privileges.
  
  
  
  Assign CE Administrator Role:
  
  If the user does not have the CE administrator role, you will need to assign it. This typically involves:
  
  Accessing the user management area in SAP (transaction code SU01).
  Adding the appropriate role (e.g., SAP_BC_CE_ADMIN) to the user profile.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change user roles, contact your SAP security administrator or the person responsible for user management in your organization. They can assist in granting the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorization objects related to role synchronization and report publishing. This may involve checking authorization objects like S_USER_AUTH, S_USER_PRO, or others relevant to your specific SAP setup.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new roles and permissions take effect. Then, attempt the action again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on user roles and authorizations, especially regarding Content Explorer and role management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context on role management and permissions.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that the user has the appropriate CE administrator role and permissions, you should be able to resolve the RSCR003 error and allow the user to synchronize roles or publish new reports successfully.