How To Fix CM_EHFND_REQC001 - You are not authorized to create a chemical approval request

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_REQC - You are not authorized to create chemical requests

• Message number: 001

• Message text: You are not authorized to create a chemical approval request

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_REQC001 - You are not authorized to create a chemical approval request ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_REQC001 indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to create a chemical approval request in the SAP system. This error typically arises in environments where compliance with chemical regulations is managed through SAP's Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization roles or permissions to create a chemical approval request.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the appropriate user roles that include the necessary transaction codes or activities related to chemical management.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict access based on user roles or organizational units.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the user's assigned roles in the SAP system. This can be done by navigating to the user management area (transaction code SU01).
  Ensure that the user has been assigned roles that include permissions for creating chemical approval requests.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Check the relevant authorization objects associated with the chemical approval request process. Common authorization objects for EHS might include C_MAT_BOM or C_MAT_CHEM.
  Use transaction code SU53 to analyze the last authorization check and identify which specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Request Additional Authorizations:
  
  If the user does not have the necessary authorizations, they should contact their SAP security team or system administrator to request the appropriate roles or authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, the user should log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Attempt to create the chemical approval request again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and the specific EHS functionalities.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on authorization settings for chemical management.
  Training: Ensure that users are trained on the processes and requirements for creating chemical approval requests, as this can help prevent authorization issues in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve SAP support for further investigation.