How To Fix SEFS_LDAP_MSG016 - Not authorized to display Common Runtime templates

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SEFS_LDAP_MSG -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Not authorized to display Common Runtime templates

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SEFS_LDAP_MSG016 - Not authorized to display Common Runtime templates ?

  The SAP error message SEFS_LDAP_MSG016 indicates that a user is not authorized to display Common Runtime templates. This error typically arises in the context of SAP systems that utilize LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol) for user authentication and authorization.
  Cause:
  The error is generally caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the necessary authorizations to access the Common Runtime templates. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in the SAP system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the LDAP integration or the Common Runtime settings in the SAP system.
  User Role Assignment: The user might not be assigned to the correct roles that grant access to the required templates.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SEFS_LDAP_MSG016 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check for authorization failures. This will show you which authorization checks failed.
  Review the user's roles and profiles in transaction SU01 to ensure they have the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Assign Required Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, assign the appropriate roles that include access to Common Runtime templates. This may involve working with your SAP security team to ensure the correct roles are assigned.
  
  
  
  Review LDAP Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the LDAP configuration in the SAP system is correctly set up. This includes checking the connection settings, user mapping, and any relevant parameters in the LDAP configuration.
  
  
  
  Check Common Runtime Settings:
  
  Verify the settings related to Common Runtime in the SAP system. Ensure that the templates are correctly configured and that the user has access to them.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to Common Runtime and LDAP integration for any specific configurations or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking authorizations and configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Common Runtime: Familiarize yourself with the Common Runtime framework in SAP, as understanding its architecture can help in troubleshooting access issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue related to the SEFS_LDAP_MSG016 error.