How To Fix S_ARC_TRANS006 - You are not authorized to access the file &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_ARC_TRANS - Transfer Archive Administration (System Shutdown)

• Message number: 006

• Message text: You are not authorized to access the file &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_ARC_TRANS006 - You are not authorized to access the file &1 ?

  The SAP error message S_ARC_TRANS006 indicates that a user is not authorized to access a specific file or resource in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of accessing archived data or files, and it can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to view archived documents or when accessing certain transactions that require specific authorizations.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization for the user attempting to access the file. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user does not have the necessary authorization object assigned to their user profile.
  Role Assignment: The user’s role does not include the necessary permissions to access the specific file or transaction.
  File Access Restrictions: The file may have specific access restrictions that prevent certain users from viewing it.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the S_ARC_TRANS006 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the