/INCMD/MSG393 - You are not authorized to mark or reset inc. groups for archiving

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /INCMD/MSG -

• Message number: 393

• Message text: You are not authorized to mark or reset inc. groups for archiving

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /INCMD/MSG393 - You are not authorized to mark or reset inc. groups for archiving ?

  The SAP error message /INCMD/MSG393 indicates that a user is attempting to mark or reset information (in this case, information groups) for archiving but does not have the necessary authorization to perform this action. This is a common issue in SAP systems where user roles and authorizations are strictly managed.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role. The specific authorization object that controls access to marking or resetting information groups for archiving is typically related to the archiving process in SAP. If the user does not have the required permissions, they will encounter this error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 to check the user’s roles and authorizations. Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned that include permissions for archiving.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorization, you will need to either:
  
  Modify the existing role to include the required authorization objects.
  Assign a different role that has the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  The relevant authorization objects may include:
  
  S_ARCHIVE: This object controls access to archiving functions.
  S_DATASET: This object controls access to file operations, which may be relevant depending on the archiving process.
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary values for these objects.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, have the user log out and back in, then attempt the action again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation regarding authorization management and archiving processes for more detailed information on how to manage user roles and permissions.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to archiving and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the error message /INCMD/MSG393.