How To Fix APPL_MM_PUR_PO021 - You are not authorized to display the requested purchase order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APPL_MM_PUR_PO - Message Class for Purchase Order

• Message number: 021

• Message text: You are not authorized to display the requested purchase order

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_PO021 - You are not authorized to display the requested purchase order ?

  The SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_PO021 indicates that a user is not authorized to display the requested purchase order (PO). This error typically arises due to insufficient authorization settings in the user's role or profile.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorizations assigned to their user profile to view the specific purchase order.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the purchase order management.
  Object Level Security: The user may have access to some purchase orders but not to others, possibly due to object-level security settings.
  Company Code Restrictions: The user may not have access to the company code associated with the purchase order.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction PFCG to review the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorizations for purchase order display (e.g., authorization objects like M_BEST_BSA, M_BEST_EKO, etc.).
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the necessary authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the roles or create a new role that includes the required permissions. This typically requires the involvement of a security administrator or someone with the appropriate authorization to make changes to roles.
  
  
  
  Check Company Code Access:
  
  Ensure that the user has access to the relevant company codes. This can be checked in the user profile or role configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for purchase order management in SAP MM (Materials Management).
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to purchase orders include:
  
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  ME22N: Change Purchase Order
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal documentation for specific guidelines on authorization management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue and gain access to the requested purchase order.