How To Fix STC016 - No authority to administer task lists


STC016 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: STC - Error Messages

  • Message number: 016

  • Message text: No authority to administer task lists

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STC016 - No authority to administer task lists ?
    The SAP error message STC016 ("No authority to administer task lists") typically occurs when a user attempts to access or manage task lists in the SAP system without having the necessary authorizations. This can happen in various contexts, such as when trying to execute or modify background jobs, manage task lists, or perform administrative functions related to task scheduling.
    
    Cause: The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorizations in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user may not have the necessary permissions to access transaction codes related to task lists, such as: STC01: Task List Management STC02: Task List Administration STC03: Task List Monitoring
    Solution: To resolve the STC016 error, follow these steps: Check User Authorizations: Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify which specific authorization is missing. Alternatively, you can use transaction code SUIM to analyze user roles and authorizations. Review User

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