How To Fix S_ARC_DESTRUCTION205 - You are not authorized to display data to be destroyed in the DB

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_ARC_DESTRUCTION - ILM: Data Destruction Message Class

• Message number: 205

• Message text: You are not authorized to display data to be destroyed in the DB

What causes this issue?

To be able to execute data destruction of database data, you need
authorization object S_ARCD_OBJ with activity <LS>16</> (<LS>Execute</>
) for the corresponding data destruction object.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_ARC_DESTRUCTION205 - You are not authorized to display data to be destroyed in the DB ?

  The SAP error message S_ARC_DESTRUCTION205 indicates that a user is attempting to access data that is marked for destruction in the database but does not have the necessary authorization to view this data. This error typically arises in the context of data archiving and destruction processes within SAP systems.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object to view or manage data that is scheduled for destruction.
  Role Configuration: The user's role may not include the necessary permissions related to data destruction or archiving.
  Data Protection Policies: There may be organizational policies in place that restrict access to sensitive data, especially data that is marked for destruction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to analyze the authorization check that failed. This will provide insights into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Review the user's roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure that the necessary authorizations are included.
  
  
  
  Adjust Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, you may need to adjust their roles or create a new role that includes the necessary permissions for data destruction.
  The relevant authorization objects may include S_ARCHIVE, S_DATA, or other specific objects related to data management.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary access.
  
  
  
  Review Archiving and Destruction Policies:
  
  Ensure that the organization's data management policies are being followed and that the user has a legitimate need to access the data in question.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to authorizations, have the user log out and back in, then attempt to access the data again to verify that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects related to data archiving and destruction in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or updates.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on data archiving and destruction processes to understand the implications of accessing such data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the S_ARC_DESTRUCTION205 error message.