How To Fix CKMLMV504 - No authorization for creation in plant &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKMLMV - Message class for quantity structure tool

• Message number: 504

• Message text: No authorization for creation in plant &1

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKMLMV504 - No authorization for creation in plant &1 ?

  The SAP error message CKMLMV504 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to create a material master record in a specific plant. This error typically arises when a user attempts to perform an action that requires specific permissions that they do not possess.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization object for creating material master records in the specified plant.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Plant-Specific Restrictions: The authorization may be restricted to certain plants, and the user is trying to create a record in a plant for which they do not have permissions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Profiles:
  
  Go to transaction PFCG to review the roles assigned to the user. Ensure that the role includes the necessary authorization objects for material master creation (e.g., M_MATE_MAR, M_MATE_WRK, etc.).
  If the role does not include the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the role or create a new one that includes the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Authorization Object:
  
  Ensure that the authorization object M_MATE_MAR (Material Master: General Data) is included in the user's role with the appropriate activity (e.g., Create, Change) and plant-specific settings.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt the action again to verify that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  M_MATE_MAR: Material Master: General Data
  M_MATE_WRK: Material Master: Plant Data/Storage
  
  
  
  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 CKMLMV504 error and implement a solution to resolve it.