How To Fix SEFS095 - No authorization to create an index

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SEFS - End User Messages for File Search

• Message number: 095

• Message text: No authorization to create an index

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SEFS095 - No authorization to create an index ?

  The SAP error message SEFS095, which states "No authorization to create an index," typically occurs when a user attempts to create an index in the SAP system but lacks the necessary authorizations to perform this action. This error is often encountered in the context of database operations or when working with SAP's data management tools.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is insufficient authorization for the user role that is currently logged in. Specifically, the user does not have the required permissions to create or modify database indexes. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The user role may not include the necessary authorization objects related to database operations.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not be properly configured to allow index creation.
  System Settings: Certain system settings or restrictions may prevent users from creating indexes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SEFS095 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  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.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to review the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary administrative privileges, you can modify the user’s roles to include the required authorizations. The relevant authorization objects may include:
  
  S_TABU_CLI: Authorization for table maintenance.
  S_TABU_DIS: Authorization for table display.
  S_DATASET: Authorization for file access.
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to create and manage indexes.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles, contact your SAP security administrator or BASIS team. They can help review and adjust the user’s authorizations as needed.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Check SAP documentation or notes related to authorization issues for more detailed guidance on the specific authorizations required for index creation.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new permissions take effect. Then, attempt the index creation again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may provide additional insights or updates regarding authorization issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for specific modules or components related to database management and index creation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the SEFS095 error.