How To Fix APPL_MM_PUR_MCOND005 - No Authorization for Conditions Maintenance

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APPL_MM_PUR_MCOND - Master Conditions Messages

• Message number: 005

• Message text: No Authorization for Conditions Maintenance

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_MCOND005 - No Authorization for Conditions Maintenance ?

  The SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_MCOND005 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to maintain conditions in the SAP system, specifically in the context of purchasing (MM - Materials Management). This error typically arises when a user attempts to access transaction codes or functions related to condition maintenance (e.g., pricing conditions) without the appropriate authorization.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user lacks the required authorization object for condition maintenance in the purchasing module.
  Role Assignment: The user’s role may not include the necessary permissions to access the condition maintenance functions.
  Profile Issues: The user’s profile may not be correctly configured to allow access to the relevant transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the roles assigned to the user in transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Ensure that the user has a role that includes the necessary authorizations for condition maintenance.
  
  
  
  Authorization Object:
  
  The relevant authorization object for condition maintenance in purchasing is M_MATE_MAR (Material Master: Purchasing Data).
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations for this object, particularly the activity codes related to maintaining conditions.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  Ensure that the user has access to the relevant transaction codes, such as MEK1 (Create Condition), MEK2 (Change Condition), and MEK3 (Display Condition).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to modify user roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to review and adjust the user’s authorizations as needed.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes for condition maintenance in SAP MM.
  Authorization Management: Understand how to manage authorizations in SAP, including the use of transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance) to create or modify roles.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization objects and their usage in the context of purchasing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the APPL_MM_PUR_MCOND005 error and enable the user to maintain conditions in the SAP system.