​​​​​​​Request access to an item

In some cases, you may attempt to open an item and see a message similar to the following: The item isn't currently available - it may have been deleted or your permission may have been removed from it.

Common reasons for this message include:

• A sharing link was forwarded to you, but your email address isn't shared to the item.
• You're logged into Smartsheet with an email address that differs from the one the email was sent to.
• The item owner or another collaborator has removed you from sharing.
• The item has since been deleted.

If you'd like to access a sheet, report, dashboard, or workspace that isn't shared to your email address, select Request Access From Owner. This action emails the owner with a link they can click to select a sharing permission level. Once the item or workspace owner has completed this process, you can access the item.

Learn more about access request notifications and Smartsheet's asset ownership model.