/DSD/ST048 - Application Log cannot be displayed due to missing authorization

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /DSD/ST -

• Message number: 048

• Message text: Application Log cannot be displayed due to missing authorization

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /DSD/ST048 - Application Log cannot be displayed due to missing authorization ?

  The SAP error message /DSD/ST048 Application Log cannot be displayed due to missing authorization indicates that a user is attempting to access an application log but does not have the necessary authorizations to do so. This is a common issue in SAP systems where access control is strictly enforced.
  Cause:
  The error is typically caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user lacks the required authorization object that grants access to view application logs.
  Role Assignment: The user’s role does not include the necessary permissions to access the application log.
  Profile Issues: The user’s profile may not be correctly configured to include the necessary authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can 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.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  The relevant authorization object for viewing application logs is S_LOG_COM. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions associated with this object.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorization, you may need to modify their roles. This can be done using transaction code PFCG:
  
  Open the role assigned to the user.
  Add the necessary authorization objects (like S_LOG_COM) to the role.
  Generate the profile after making changes.
  
  
  
  
  
  Assign the Role to the User:
  
  Ensure that the modified role is assigned to the user. You can do this in transaction SU01 by entering the user ID and checking the roles assigned.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, have the user log out and log back in to test if they can now access the application log.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to roles or profiles, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to assist with the authorization issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Object: S_LOG_COM is specifically related to application log access.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and application logs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue and allow the user to access the application log successfully.