How To Fix /UI2/CDM3_EXP008 - You are not authorized to execute report &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI2/CDM3_EXP -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: You are not authorized to execute report &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI2/CDM3_EXP008 - You are not authorized to execute report & ?

  The SAP error message /UI2/CDM3_EXP008 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to execute a specific report or transaction. This is a common issue in SAP systems where authorization checks are in place to ensure that users can only access data and functions that they are permitted to.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user may not have the required authorization object assigned to their user profile.
  Role Assignment: The user might not have the appropriate role assigned that includes the necessary authorizations to execute the report.
  Authorization Profile: The authorization profile assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific report.
  Transaction Code Restrictions: The transaction code associated with the report may have restrictions based on user roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that the role containing the necessary authorizations for the report is included.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction PFCG to review the roles and the authorization objects they contain.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the necessary authorization is missing, you may need to modify the role using transaction PFCG to include the required authorization objects.
  After making changes, ensure to generate the profile again.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the report execution again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are used in SAP to control access to various functions and data. Common authorization objects include S_TCODE (Transaction Code), S_USER_AUTH (User Authorization), and others specific to the application area.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to the report you are trying to execute, as they may have specific authorization requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the report or authorization errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the error message /UI2/CDM3_EXP008.