How To Fix BBP_BE_CTR036 - For purchasing group: No authorization to display contract &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BBP_BE_CTR - EBP: Contract

• Message number: 036

• Message text: For purchasing group: No authorization to display contract &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BBP_BE_CTR036 - For purchasing group: No authorization to display contract &1 ?

  The SAP error message BBP_BE_CTR036 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to display a specific contract associated with a purchasing group. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Business Workflow or SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) when a user attempts to access contract details for which they lack the appropriate permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The primary cause of this error is that the user does not have the required authorization object to view the contract. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in their user profile.
  Purchasing Group Restrictions: The purchasing group associated with the contract may have specific restrictions that limit access to certain users.
  Contract Status: The contract may be in a status that restricts visibility to certain users.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization object is missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions to access the contract.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required authorization objects (e.g., M_BEST_BSA, M_BEST_EKO, etc.) for contract display.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check Contract Status:
  
  Ensure that the contract is active and not in a status that restricts access. If the contract is archived or inactive, it may not be accessible.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for purchasing and contract management in SAP. Common objects include:
  
  M_BEST_BSA (Purchasing Group)
  M_BEST_EKO (Purchasing Document)
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  ME33K: Display Contract (to test access after changes)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and troubleshooting authorization issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BBP_BE_CTR036 error and ensure that the user has the necessary access to view the contract.