How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE203 - No authorization for product &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 203

• Message text: No authorization for product &

What causes this issue?

You wanted to display or change a product master record. However, you do
not have the authorization for the combination of the activity (in this
case, display or change) and the authorization group in the product
master record.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

Contact your system administrator if you require the authorization.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

The authorization object concerned is M_MATE_MAT (product master:
product).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE203 - No authorization for product & ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE203 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to access or perform actions on a specific product. This error typically arises in the context of product management or material master data in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user lacks the required authorization object to view or modify the product in question.
  Role Assignment: The user’s role may not include permissions for the specific product or product category.
  Authorization Object: The relevant authorization object (e.g., M_MATE_MAR, M_MATE_DATA, etc.) may not be properly configured for the user.
  Product Status: The product may be in a status that restricts access based on user roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in transaction code SU01. Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include access to the product.
  Review Authorization Objects: Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization object is missing. This will provide insight into what specific permission is lacking.
  Modify Authorizations: If you have the necessary administrative rights, you can modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations. This can be done in transaction code PFCG.
  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.
  Check Product Status: Ensure that the product is not in a restricted status that would prevent access.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects related to product management in SAP. Common objects include:
  
  M_MATE_MAR (Material Master: General Data)
  M_MATE_DATA (Material Master: Data)
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  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 error and implement a solution to resolve the authorization issue.