How To Fix 00740 - No order type authorization (VAUBE)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 00 -

• Message number: 740

• Message text: No order type authorization (VAUBE)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 00740 - No order type authorization (VAUBE) ?

  The SAP error message "00740 No order type authorization (VAUBE)" indicates that a user is attempting to create or process a sales order using an order type for which they do not have the necessary authorization. This is a common issue in SAP systems where user roles and authorizations are strictly managed to ensure compliance and security.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user does not have the required authorization for the specific sales order type they are trying to access.
  Role Configuration: The user's role may not include the necessary permissions for the order type in question.
  Order Type Settings: The order type may be configured in such a way that it requires specific authorizations that the user lacks.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  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.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SU01 to view the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user's roles to include the required authorization for the order type. This can be done using transaction code PFCG.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator or the person responsible for user roles in your organization.
  
  
  
  Review Order Type Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the order type in transaction code VOTXN (for sales order types) to ensure that it is set up correctly and that the necessary authorizations are defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding user authorizations and order types to ensure compliance with your organization's policies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, test the transaction again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  VOTXN: Order Type Configuration
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects: The specific authorization object related to sales order types is typically V_VBAK_VKO (Sales Document: Authorization for Sales Organization) and V_VBAK_AAT (Sales Document: Authorization for Order Type).
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance on authorization problems.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the proper procedures for creating and processing sales orders, including understanding their authorization limits.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the "00740 No order type authorization (VAUBE)" error and ensure that users have the appropriate access to perform their tasks.