How To Fix AD197 - No authorization for assigning class 01

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 197

• Message text: No authorization for assigning class 01

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD197 - No authorization for assigning class 01 ?

  The SAP error message AD197 "No authorization for assigning class 01" typically occurs when a user attempts to assign a classification to an object (like a material or a document) but lacks the necessary authorizations to perform that action. This error is related to the authorization checks in the SAP system, specifically concerning the classification system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user does not have the required authorization object to assign a classification to class 01 (which is often related to material classification).
  Role Configuration: The user's role may not include the necessary permissions for the classification activities.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly set up to include the necessary authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for classification.
  If the user does not have the required role, you may need to assign a role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorization Profiles:
  
  If you have access, you can modify the authorization profiles to include the necessary permissions for class 01. This typically involves adding the relevant authorization objects (like C_TCLM_01 for class assignments) to the user's role.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or profiles, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the details of the error and the transaction you were trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, test the transaction again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects related to classification. Common objects include:
  
  C_TCLM_01: Authorization for class assignment.
  C_TCLM_02: Authorization for class maintenance.
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and classification in SAP.
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the AD197 error message.