How To Fix SKWF_FOLDER016 - No authorization to read '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SKWF_FOLDER - Directory Messages

• Message number: 016

• Message text: No authorization to read '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SKWF_FOLDER016 - No authorization to read '&1' ?

  The SAP error message SKWF_FOLDER016 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to read a specific object or folder, which is represented by the placeholder &1. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow or when accessing certain documents or folders in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user may not have the required authorization object that grants access to the specific folder or document.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions to access the specified object.
  Folder or Document Restrictions: The folder or document may have specific access restrictions that prevent certain users from reading it.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SKWF_FOLDER016 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to review the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Ensure that the user has the correct roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations to access the folder or document.
  If the user is missing a role, you may need to assign the appropriate role that includes the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Objects:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the authorization objects associated with the user's roles to include the required access.
  This may involve adding specific authorizations related to the folder or document in question.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help identify the missing authorizations and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Test to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects are used to control access to various functions and data. Common authorization objects related to workflows include S_WFAR_OBJ, S_WFAR_ACT, and others depending on the specific context.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display authorization check.
  SU01: User maintenance.
  PFCG: Role maintenance.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the SKWF_FOLDER016 error.