How To Fix SR270 - No authorization to display file &1 (authorization object S_DATASET)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SR - RFC utilities

• Message number: 270

• Message text: No authorization to display file &1 (authorization object S_DATASET)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SR270 - No authorization to display file &1 (authorization object S_DATASET) ?

  The SAP error message SR270 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to display a specific file. This is related to the authorization object S_DATASET, which controls access to the file system in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a user attempts to access a file (e.g., a spool file, application log, or any external file) but lacks the required authorizations defined in the S_DATASET authorization object. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user role does not include the necessary permissions to access the file.
  Incorrect File Path: The file path specified may not be included in the allowed paths for the user.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly assigned or may not include the necessary roles.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SR270 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles to include the required access to the S_DATASET object.
  Ensure that the role includes the necessary activity (e.g., display) and the correct file paths.
  
  
  
  Adjust File Path Authorizations:
  
  In the S_DATASET authorization object, check the field for the file path. Ensure that the user has access to the specific file path they are trying to access.
  You can specify wildcards in the file path if needed (e.g., * for all files).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in, then attempt to access the file again to verify that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Authorization Object S_DATASET: This object is used to control access to the file system. It includes fields such as:
  
  Activity: Defines what actions can be performed (e.g., display, create).
  File Path: Specifies the paths that the user is allowed to access.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display authorization check failure.
  PFCG: Role maintenance.
  SU01: User maintenance.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and how to manage user roles effectively.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SR270 error and ensure that the user has the necessary access to the required files.