How To Fix /SEHS/BA_MISC2101 - No authorization to read files in directory &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SEHS/BA_MISC2 -

• Message number: 101

• Message text: No authorization to read files in directory &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SEHS/BA_MISC2101 - No authorization to read files in directory & ?

  The SAP error message /SEHS/BA_MISC2101 No authorization to read files in directory & typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to access a specific directory in the SAP system. This error is often encountered when trying to perform operations that involve reading files from a directory, such as file uploads or downloads.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the transaction does not have the required authorizations to access the specified directory.
  Directory Path: The directory path specified in the error message may not be correctly configured or may not exist.
  File System Permissions: The underlying file system permissions may not allow the SAP application server to read from the specified directory.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for the relevant authorization objects, such as S_DATA or S_FILE, which control access to file operations.
  
  
  
  Adjust Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, a security administrator should grant the required permissions. This can be done by modifying the user's roles or profiles in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Verify Directory Path:
  
  Ensure that the directory path specified in the error message is correct and exists on the server.
  Check the configuration in transaction AL11 to see if the directory is listed and accessible.
  
  
  
  Check File System Permissions:
  
  If the directory exists but is not accessible, check the operating system-level permissions for the directory. Ensure that the SAP application server has the necessary read permissions for that directory.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control file access in SAP.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display authorization check.
  PFCG: Role maintenance.
  AL11: Display directories.
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation for file handling and authorization management for more detailed guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or consult SAP support for further assistance.