How To Fix SILM_VIEW_DEFINITION002 - No display authorization (authorization object S_ILM_RWCF)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SILM_VIEW_DEFINITION - ILM RW: View Definition

• Message number: 002

• Message text: No display authorization (authorization object S_ILM_RWCF)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SILM_VIEW_DEFINITION002 - No display authorization (authorization object S_ILM_RWCF) ?

  The SAP error message SILM_VIEW_DEFINITION002 indicates that a user does not have the necessary display authorization for a specific view in the SAP system. This is related to the authorization object S_ILM_RWCF, which is used to control access to certain functionalities within the Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) framework.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a user attempts to access a view or transaction that requires specific authorizations, but their user profile does not include the necessary permissions. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required roles or authorizations assigned to their user profile.
  Role Changes: Changes in roles or authorizations that have not been updated or assigned correctly.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured in a way that restricts access to certain views based on user roles.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to analyze the authorization check. This will show you which authorization was missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to view the user’s profile and check the assigned roles.
  
  
  
  Assign Required Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, you will need to assign the appropriate roles that include the authorization object S_ILM_RWCF.
  Consult with your SAP security team or administrator to ensure that the user is granted the correct roles.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the roles are already assigned but do not include the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the roles to include the required authorizations for S_ILM_RWCF.
  Use transaction PFCG to adjust the roles and add the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the access again to confirm that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Object S_ILM_RWCF: This object is specifically related to the Information Lifecycle Management framework and controls access to ILM-related functionalities.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and role management within the ILM context.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP security team for further investigation.