How To Fix BOM_S4014 - You do not have the authorization to explode BOM.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOM_S4 - BOM messages for S/4 HANA Fiori Apps

• Message number: 014

• Message text: You do not have the authorization to explode BOM.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BOM_S4014 - You do not have the authorization to explode BOM. ?

  The SAP error message BOM_S4014, which states "You do not have the authorization to explode BOM," typically indicates that the user attempting to access or explode a Bill of Materials (BOM) does not have the necessary authorizations assigned in their user profile.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization objects related to BOM operations. This can happen if the user role does not include permissions for the specific transaction or activity.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not be properly configured to include the necessary authorizations for BOM explosion.
  Missing Authorization Objects: Specific authorization objects related to BOM (like BOMT for BOM management) may not be included in the user's profile.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Review the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include BOM-related authorizations.
  Authorization Check: Use transaction SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Modify Roles: If the necessary authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations. This can be done in transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Consult with Security Team: If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  Testing: After changes are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt to explode the BOM again.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to BOM include:
  
  BOMT - Authorization for BOM management.
  BOM_A - Authorization for BOM display.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CS03 - Display BOM
  CS02 - Change BOM
  CS01 - Create BOM
  
  
  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 resolve the authorization issue related to the BOM explosion in SAP.