How To Fix SL000 - You are not authorized to read the system log

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SL - System log

• Message number: 000

• Message text: You are not authorized to read the system log

What causes this issue?

The system log cannot be read because value SM21 for authorization
object S_ADMI_FCD is missing in the user's profile.
For this reason, transactions such as SM21 and SM21_OLD cannot be run.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator to have the relevant authorization
added to your profile.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SL000 - You are not authorized to read the system log ?

  The SAP error message SL000, which states "You are not authorized to read the system log," typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to access the system log (transaction SM21) in the SAP system. This can occur for various reasons, primarily related to user roles and permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user account does not have the required authorization objects to access the system log.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for viewing system logs.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured to allow access to system logs.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after receiving the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include the necessary authorizations for accessing the system log.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user does not have the required roles, you may need to assign a role that includes the necessary authorizations. Common authorization objects related to system logs include:
  
  S_LOG_COM (Authorization for System Log)
  S_LOG_AUTH (Authorization for Log Access)
  
  
  You may need to work with your SAP security team or administrator to modify the roles accordingly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Ensure that any changes made to user roles or authorizations are documented for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM21: System Log
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects and their fields to understand what permissions are necessary for accessing system logs.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or updates related to authorization issues and system logs.
  
  
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further assistance.