How To Fix 29024 - You are not authorized to change this BOM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 29 - Bills of Material

• Message number: 024

• Message text: You are not authorized to change this BOM

What causes this issue?

Your user profile contains details of all BOM transactions you are
allowed to carry out according to BOM category. This authorization is
defined further in your user profile via combinations of field values
for BOM usage and authorization group.
Your current profile does not authorize you to maintain BOMs with this
activity category in this value combination for BOM usage and
authorization group.

How to fix this error?

Consult your system manager responsible for authorizations. The value
range in your user profile may need to be changed.
If no change is planned, inform your system manager responsible for BOM
maintenance.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 29024 - You are not authorized to change this BOM ?

  The SAP error message 29024, which states "You are not authorized to change this BOM," typically occurs when a user attempts to modify a Bill of Materials (BOM) but lacks the necessary authorizations to perform that action. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object to change the BOM. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in their user profile.
  BOM Status: The BOM might be in a status that does not allow changes (e.g., it could be locked or in a released state).
  Organizational Restrictions: There may be organizational policies or settings that restrict changes to certain BOMs based on user roles or departments.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check which authorization object is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions for BOM changes, typically related to the authorization object C_BOM_A (for BOM maintenance).
  
  
  
  Request Additional Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, they should contact their SAP security team or administrator to request the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Check BOM Status:
  
  Verify the status of the BOM in transaction CS02 (Change BOM). If the BOM is locked or in a status that prevents changes, you may need to unlock it or change its status.
  
  
  
  Consult with Management:
  
  If there are organizational policies in place that restrict changes, consult with management or the relevant department to understand the policies and seek approval if necessary.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Transaction:
  
  Ensure that the user is using the correct transaction code for the intended action (e.g., CS01 for creating a BOM, CS02 for changing a BOM).
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for BOM management, such as:
  
  C_BOM_A: Authorization for BOM maintenance.
  C_BOM_C: Authorization for BOM display.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to BOM authorization errors.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or training materials related to BOM management and user authorizations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.