How To Fix /SMB/TI_UI008 - You are not authorized to start Report &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/TI_UI -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: You are not authorized to start Report &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/TI_UI008 - You are not authorized to start Report &1. ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/TI_UI008 You are not authorized to start Report &1 indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to execute a specific report in the SAP system. This is a common issue in SAP environments where user roles and authorizations are strictly managed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user may not have the required authorization object assigned to their user profile to execute the report.
  Role Assignment: The user might not be assigned to the correct role that includes the necessary permissions for the report.
  Report-Specific Restrictions: Some reports may have specific restrictions based on user groups or other criteria.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be updated or may have been incorrectly configured.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  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 authorization object is missing.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to display the user profile and check the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the role containing the necessary authorizations for the report is assigned.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorization is missing, you may need to modify the role using transaction code PFCG. Add the necessary authorization objects to the role and then assign the role to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, try running the report again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the specific authorization objects related to the report in question. This can often be found in the documentation for the report or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the report or authorization problems.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the error message.