How To Fix AUTHORITY021 - There is no authorization for product &1 at location &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AUTHORITY - Message Class for Authorization Concept

• Message number: 021

• Message text: There is no authorization for product &1 at location &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AUTHORITY021 - There is no authorization for product &1 at location &2 ?

  The SAP error message AUTHORITY021 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to access a specific product at a designated location. This error typically arises in scenarios involving inventory management, logistics, or sales and distribution where product and location authorizations are critical.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user’s role does not include the necessary authorization object for the product and location combination.
  Incorrect User Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned the correct role that includes the required authorizations.
  Authorization Profile Issues: The authorization profiles assigned to the user may not cover the required product or location.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in the product or location code entered by the user.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AUTHORITY021 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to display the last authorization check. This will show which authorization was missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify 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 authorization objects (e.g., M_MATE_WRK, M_MATE_LIF, etc.) for the specific product and location.
  
  
  
  Assign Correct Roles:
  
  Ensure that the user is assigned the correct roles that provide access to the required products and locations.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Verify Product and Location Codes:
  
  Double-check the product and location codes entered to ensure they are correct and exist in the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to products and locations. Common objects include:
  
  M_MATE_WRK: Material Master: Plant Data
  M_MATE_LIF: Material Master: Storage Location Data
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AUTHORITY021 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.