How To Fix 06241 - No authorization to change from doc. type/item cat. of requisition

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 241

• Message text: No authorization to change from doc. type/item cat. of requisition

What causes this issue?

INCLUDE NA_BERECHTIGUNG LANGUAGE EN
Your <GL:function_authorization>function authorizations</> only allow
you to create purchasing documents by reference to requisitions if the
document you are creating has the same document type/item category as
the requisition.
DEFINE &OBJEKTE& = 'function authorizations'
INCLUDE NA_EINK_CUST LANGUAGE EN

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06241 - No authorization to change from doc. type/item cat. of requisition ?

  The SAP error message "06241 No authorization to change from doc. type/item cat. of requisition" typically indicates that a user is attempting to change a purchase requisition but lacks the necessary authorizations to do so based on the document type and item category of the requisition.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization roles or permissions to modify the specific document type or item category of the purchase requisition.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions that prevent changes unless specific conditions are met or specific roles are assigned.
  Item Category Restrictions: Similar to document types, item categories may have their own set of authorization requirements.
  
  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.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction code PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions for the document type and item category in question.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, a security administrator or someone with the appropriate permissions should update the user's roles to include the necessary authorizations for the document type and item category.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are unsure about which authorizations are needed, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can provide guidance on the required roles and how to assign them.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to review the configuration settings for the document types and item categories in the SAP system to ensure they are set up correctly and that the authorization checks are functioning as intended.
  
  
  
  Training and Documentation:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the authorization requirements for modifying purchase requisitions and that they have access to documentation that outlines the process.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  ME52N: Change Purchase Requisition (where the error may occur)
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  Check for relevant authorization objects such as M_BEST_BSA (Purchase Requisition: Authorization for Document Type) and M_BEST_EKO (Purchase Requisition: Authorization for Item Category).
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to authorization errors for purchase requisitions.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.