How To Fix CKPRCH039 - No authorization to change prices in valuation area &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKPRCH - Message for price changes

• Message number: 039

• Message text: No authorization to change prices in valuation area &1

What causes this issue?

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?

Inform your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Assing authorization object <LS>K_MLPR_VA</> to the user.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKPRCH039 - No authorization to change prices in valuation area &1 ?

  The SAP error message CKPRCH039 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to change prices in a specific valuation area. This error typically occurs in the context of material management and costing processes, particularly when dealing with price changes in the Material Master or during the execution of transactions related to pricing.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. The authorization object that is typically involved in this scenario is M_MATE_WRK (Material Master: Change Authorization). The specific authorization required may depend on the valuation area and the type of changes being attempted.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to view the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorization, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Ensure that the role includes the necessary authorizations for the M_MATE_WRK object, particularly for the relevant valuation area.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change user roles, contact your SAP security team or administrator. They can assist in reviewing and updating the user's authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user's authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Attempt the transaction again to verify that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects, such as M_MATE_WRK, which controls access to material master data.
  Valuation Areas: Understand the concept of valuation areas in SAP, as they are critical in determining how materials are valued and how prices are managed.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to material pricing include:
  
  MM02 (Change Material)
  CK11N (Create Cost Estimate with Quantity Structure)
  CK40N (Change Cost Estimates)
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the CKPRCH039 error.