How To Fix AUTHORITY073 - You do not have authority to create this characteristics combination

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AUTHORITY - Message Class for Authorization Concept

• Message number: 073

• Message text: You do not have authority to create this characteristics combination

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AUTHORITY073 - You do not have authority to create this characteristics combination ?

  The SAP error message AUTHORITY073 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to create a specific characteristics combination in the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, where users are trying to create or modify characteristics or classes but lack the required permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the necessary authorizations assigned to their user profile. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations related to the classification system.
  Authorization Objects: The specific authorization objects that control access to creating characteristics combinations may not be included in the user's roles.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly set up, or the roles assigned may not cover the required transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for creating characteristics combinations.
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects: Check the relevant authorization objects, such as:
  
  C_TCLM_CHA (Authorization for Characteristics)
  C_TCLM_CLA (Authorization for Classes)
  C_TCLM_COM (Authorization for Characteristics Combinations)
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions for these objects.
  
  
  Transaction SU53: After encountering the error, the user can execute transaction SU53 to display the last authorization check. This will provide insights into which specific authorization was missing.
  
  
  Consult with Security Team: If the user does not have the required authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary changes to the user’s roles or profiles.
  
  
  Testing: After adjustments are made, have the user log out and back in, then attempt to create the characteristics combination again to verify that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization errors in the classification system.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on authorization management and the classification system to understand the required roles and authorizations better.
  Training: Consider providing training for users on how to manage characteristics and classes within SAP, including understanding authorization requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AUTHORITY073 error and enable the user to create the necessary characteristics combinations.