How To Fix AO546 - Document assignment was not copied due to lack of authorization

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AO - Appropriation requests - Master data / Customizing

• Message number: 546

• Message text: Document assignment was not copied due to lack of authorization

What causes this issue?

Documents are assigned to the copied variant. However, you do not have
the authorization to assign these documents to a variant.

System Response

Document assignment is not copied.

How to fix this error?

If you need to assign these documents, contact your system
administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AO546 - Document assignment was not copied due to lack of authorization ?

  The SAP error message AO546, which states "Document assignment was not copied due to lack of authorization," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action that requires specific authorizations related to document assignments in the SAP system. This can happen in various contexts, such as during the creation or processing of documents in modules like Asset Accounting (FI-AA) or other related areas.
  Cause:
  
  Lack of Authorization: The primary cause of this error is that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to access or manipulate the document assignments. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in the user's profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for the specific transaction or action being performed.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have specific authorization requirements that the user does not meet.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check for missing authorizations. This transaction will show the last authorization check and can help identify what is lacking.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to view the user's profile and roles.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Work with your SAP security team to review the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the necessary authorizations for document assignments are included in the roles.
  If the user needs additional authorizations, the security team can modify existing roles or create new ones as needed.
  
  
  
  Authorization Object Check:
  
  Identify the relevant authorization objects that are required for the action being performed. Common authorization objects related to document assignments include:
  
  F_BKPF_BES (Accounting Document: Authorization for Document Type)
  F_BKPF_AKT (Accounting Document: Authorization for Activity)
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user's roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Test the transaction again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, there may be known issues or updates that can resolve authorization problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to authorization management and role configuration to better understand how to manage user permissions effectively.
  Training: Consider providing training for users on how to request additional authorizations if they encounter similar issues in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with SAP support for further assistance.