How To Fix RSM1480 - You are not authorized to create a new dialog process

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM1 - Messages for AWB, Scheduler and Monitor (new)

• Message number: 480

• Message text: You are not authorized to create a new dialog process

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM1480 - You are not authorized to create a new dialog process ?

  The SAP error message RSM1480, which states "You are not authorized to create a new dialog process," typically occurs when a user attempts to start a new dialog process but lacks the necessary authorizations. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when a user tries to log into the SAP system or when a background job is initiated.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorizations to create a new dialog process. This is often related to the user's role or profile settings in the SAP system.
  Profile Parameters: The system profile parameters may restrict the number of dialog processes that can be created or the conditions under which they can be created.
  User Type: The user might be assigned a type that does not allow for dialog process creation (e.g., a service user).
  
  Solution:
  
  
  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 is missing.
  Review the user's roles and profiles in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) to ensure they have the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Adjust User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to assign additional roles or modify existing roles to include the required authorizations for dialog process creation.
  
  
  
  Profile Parameters:
  
  Check the instance profile parameters in transaction RZ10. Look for parameters related to dialog processes, such as rdisp/wp_no_dia, which controls the number of dialog work processes.
  Ensure that the system is configured to allow the creation of dialog processes as needed.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP Basis team. They can help check system settings, user profiles, and any other configurations that might be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  User Type Verification:
  
  Ensure that the user is not assigned a type that restricts dialog process creation. For example, service users typically have limited capabilities compared to regular users.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Authorization Check
  RZ10: Profile Parameter Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding user authorizations and dialog processes for more detailed information on how to manage user roles and profiles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSM1480 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.