How To Fix APPL_MM_PR016 - You are not authorized to create a PO for the purch. org. '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APPL_MM_PR -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: You are not authorized to create a PO for the purch. org. '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APPL_MM_PR016 - You are not authorized to create a PO for the purch. org. '&1' ?

  The SAP error message APPL_MM_PR016 indicates that a user is not authorized to create a Purchase Order (PO) for a specific purchasing organization. This error typically arises due to authorization issues related to user roles and permissions within the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorization to create a Purchase Order for the specified purchasing organization.
  User Role Configuration: The user’s role may not include the necessary permissions for the purchasing organization in question.
  Purchasing Organization Settings: The purchasing organization may have specific settings that restrict access to certain users or roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that the role includes the necessary authorizations for creating POs in the specified purchasing organization.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  The relevant authorization object for purchasing is M_BEST_BSA (Purchasing Document: Authorization for Purchase Order).
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for the purchasing organization in this object.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required permissions.
  This may involve working with your SAP security team or administrator to ensure that the user has the correct access.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if they can now create a PO for the specified purchasing organization.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations to ensure compliance with security policies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance (to manage roles and authorizations)
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues after an error occurs)
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  M_BEST_BSA: Purchasing Document: Authorization for Purchase Order
  M_BEST_EKO: Purchasing Document: Authorization for Purchase Order (for specific purchasing groups)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to authorization errors.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking and updating the authorizations, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.