How To Fix /SAPCE/FKGR_MESSAGE000 - You are not authorized to create file

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCE/FKGR_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 000

• Message text: You are not authorized to create file

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCE/FKGR_MESSAGE000 - You are not authorized to create file ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCE/FKGR_MESSAGE000 You are not authorized to create file typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary permissions to create a file in the specified directory or location within the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to generate reports, export data, or perform file operations.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user account does not have the required authorizations to create files in the specified directory.
  Directory Permissions: The underlying operating system may have restrictions on the directory where the file is being created, preventing the SAP application from writing to it.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings in SAP for file handling may not be set up correctly, leading to authorization issues.
  User Role Issues: The user may not be assigned to the correct roles or profiles that grant the necessary permissions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check for authorization failures.
  Review the user’s roles and profiles in transaction SU01 to ensure they have the necessary permissions for file creation.
  
  
  
  Adjust Directory Permissions:
  
  Verify the permissions of the directory on the operating system level where the file is being created.
  Ensure that the SAP service user has write permissions to that directory.
  
  
  
  Review SAP Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to file handling in SAP. This may involve reviewing transaction codes like AL11 (to check the directories) or RZ10 (to check profile parameters).
  Ensure that the paths defined in the system are correct and accessible.
  
  
  
  Consult Basis Team:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue, consult your SAP Basis team. They can help check system logs, user authorizations, and directory permissions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the functionality again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  AL11: Display SAP Directories
  RZ10: Profile Parameter Maintenance
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to file creation and authorization errors.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding user roles and authorizations to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue related to the error message /SAPCE/FKGR_MESSAGE000.