/ASU/GENERAL037 - Missing authorizations to upload file from frontend

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ASU/GENERAL -

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Missing authorizations to upload file from frontend

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ASU/GENERAL037 - Missing authorizations to upload file from frontend ?

  The SAP error message /ASU/GENERAL037 Missing authorizations to upload file from frontend typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to perform a file upload operation from the frontend (the user's local machine) to the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when using transaction codes that involve file uploads, like AL11, CG3Z, or when using custom programs that allow file uploads.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user lacks the required authorizations in their role/profile to perform file upload operations.
  Authorization Object: The specific authorization object that controls file upload permissions may not be assigned to the user.
  Profile Issues: The user’s profile may not include the necessary roles that grant upload permissions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization checks failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorizations are missing.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Roles:
  
  Work with your SAP security team to review the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for file uploads.
  Common authorization objects related to file uploads include:
  
  S_DATASET: This object controls access to the file system and is often required for file upload operations.
  S_USER_AUTH: This object may also be relevant depending on the specific transaction or program being used.
  
  
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the necessary authorizations are missing, the security team can modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Ensure that the role is properly assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the file upload functionality again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes that involve file uploads, such as CG3Z (Upload file from frontend) and CG3Y (Download file to frontend).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance on authorization problems related to file uploads.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding authorization management and file handling to understand best practices and security implications.
  
  If the issue persists after checking and updating authorizations, further investigation may be required, potentially involving SAP support or consulting with a technical expert.