How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE398 - You are not authorized to lock the product &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 398

• Message text: You are not authorized to lock the product &1

What causes this issue?

If necessary, ask your system administrator to authorize you to lock
products.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

If the user is to be authorized to lock products, assign the
authorization object M_MATE_MAF to the user.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE398 - You are not authorized to lock the product &1 ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE398, which states "You are not authorized to lock the product &1," typically occurs when a user attempts to lock a product in the SAP system but does not have the necessary authorization to perform that action. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or Material Management (MM).
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object to lock the product. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in their user profile.
  Product Status: The product may be in a status that does not allow locking, or it may be locked by another user.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the system that restrict locking of products based on certain criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. Ensure that the user has the necessary authorization objects related to product locking.
  The relevant authorization object might be C_MAT_BOM or similar, depending on the context of the product being locked.
  
  
  
  Request Additional Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, they should contact their SAP security administrator or the person responsible for user roles to request the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Check Product Status:
  
  Verify the status of the product. If it is already locked by another user, you may need to wait until it is released or contact the user who has it locked.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  If applicable, check the configuration settings in the SAP system that might restrict locking of products. This may require assistance from a system administrator or a consultant.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on authorization objects and product locking procedures.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SU53 to analyze authorization failures or PFCG to manage roles and authorizations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the processes and authorizations required for locking products in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.