/CEERE/DM281 - Insufficient authorization for operation execution

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CEERE/DM -

• Message number: 281

• Message text: Insufficient authorization for operation execution

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CEERE/DM281 - Insufficient authorization for operation execution ?

  The SAP error message /CEERE/DM281 Insufficient authorization for operation execution typically indicates that the user does not have the necessary permissions to perform a specific operation within the SAP system. This error is often encountered in the context of data management or data migration tasks, particularly when using tools like SAP Data Management or SAP Data Hub.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient User Roles: The user account does not have the required roles or authorizations assigned to perform the operation.
  Missing Authorization Objects: Specific authorization objects related to the operation are not included in the user's profile.
  System Configuration: The system may have specific configurations that restrict certain operations based on user roles.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may be restricted for specific user groups or roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include permissions for the operation being executed.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check which authorization objects are missing.
  Consult with your SAP security team to ensure that the required authorization objects are included in the user’s roles.
  
  
  
  Modify User Authorizations:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user’s roles in transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance) to include the required authorizations.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator to request the required changes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Attempt to perform the operation again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Support:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation for specific authorization requirements related to the operation being performed.
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with common authorization objects related to data management operations, such as S_DATASET, S_USER_AUTH, etc.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide guidance on authorization-related problems.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the /CEERE/DM281 error message.