How To Fix /SMB/IMPORT_EXPORT155 - Insufficient authorization for installation data upload

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/IMPORT_EXPORT -

• Message number: 155

• Message text: Insufficient authorization for installation data upload

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/IMPORT_EXPORT155 - Insufficient authorization for installation data upload ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/IMPORT_EXPORT155 Insufficient authorization for installation data upload typically indicates that the user attempting to perform an installation data upload does not have the necessary authorizations to execute this action. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP Business One or similar SAP systems where data import/export functionalities are involved.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient User Authorizations: The user does not have the required roles or permissions assigned to perform the installation data upload.
  Missing Authorization Objects: Specific authorization objects related to the import/export functionality may not be assigned to the user.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict certain users from performing data uploads.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Go to the user management section in SAP and check the roles assigned to the user encountering the error.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include permissions for data upload activities.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the specific authorization objects required for the installation data upload. Common objects might include S_DATA, S_USER_AUTH, or others related to data import/export.
  Use transaction code SU53 to analyze the authorization check after the error occurs. This will show which authorizations are missing.
  
  
  
  Modify User Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, work with your SAP security team to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required permissions.
  Ensure that the changes are tested in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to production.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the required authorizations for the installation data upload process.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, check the system configuration settings related to data uploads. There may be restrictions in place that need to be adjusted.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the proper procedures for data uploads and understand the importance of having the correct authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue and successfully perform the installation data upload in SAP.