How To Fix APPL_MM_PUR_SOS015 - You are not authorized to use condition type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APPL_MM_PUR_SOS - Messages for Source of Supply

• Message number: 015

• Message text: You are not authorized to use condition type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_SOS015 - You are not authorized to use condition type &1 ?

  The SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_SOS015 indicates that a user is not authorized to use a specific condition type in the context of purchasing or materials management. This error typically arises when a user attempts to create or modify a purchasing document (like a purchase order or contract) that involves a condition type for which they do not have the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization to use the specified condition type. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in their user profile.
  Configuration Settings: The condition type may be restricted in the system configuration, limiting its use to certain user roles or groups.
  User Role Changes: If a user's role has been changed or if they have been assigned a new role that does not include the necessary authorizations, this error may occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction code SU01 or PFCG to ensure that the necessary authorizations for the condition type are included.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations for the condition type in question.
  Work with your SAP security team or administrator to ensure that the user has the appropriate access.
  
  
  
  Check Condition Type Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the condition type in transaction code V/06 (for pricing conditions) to ensure that it is set up correctly and that there are no restrictions that would prevent the user from using it.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing authorizations and roles to ensure compliance with security policies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Test the transaction again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  V/06: Maintain Pricing Conditions
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization for condition types.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of authorizations and how to request additional access if needed.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.