How To Fix TS046 - An authorization is missing for & TemSe objects

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TS - TemSe - temporary sequential object management

• Message number: 046

• Message text: An authorization is missing for & TemSe objects

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TS046 - An authorization is missing for & TemSe objects ?

  The SAP error message TS046 indicates that a user is attempting to access a TemSe (Temporary Sequential) object but lacks the necessary authorization. TemSe is used in SAP for temporary storage of data, such as spool requests, and is essential for various processes, including printing and data transfer.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A user tries to access or manipulate a TemSe object (like a spool request) without having the required authorizations.
  The user’s role does not include the necessary permissions to access the specific TemSe object.
  The authorization object S_TEMSE is not properly assigned to the user or their role.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the TS046 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Missing Authorization:
  
  Check the specific TemSe object the user is trying to access. This can often be found in the error message details.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to display the user profile.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and see if they include the necessary authorizations for TemSe objects.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorization is missing, you may need to modify the user’s role or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  The relevant authorization object for TemSe is S_TEMSE. Ensure that the user has the appropriate values for this object.
  
  
  
  Assign the Authorization:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can add the required authorizations directly to the user’s profile or role using transaction PFCG (Profile Generator).
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the action that previously caused the error to confirm that it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Authorization Object S_TEMSE:
  
  This object controls access to TemSe objects. It includes fields such as:
  
  ACTVT: Activity (e.g., display, create, delete)
  TMSNAME: Name of the TemSe object
  TMSID: ID of the TemSe object
  
  
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to see what authorizations were checked and failed)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to the TS046 error or updates regarding authorization management.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TS046 error and ensure that users have the necessary access to TemSe objects.