How To Fix CM_SUB_MLI016 - You do not have authorization to create inheritance requests for spec. &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_SUB_MLI - Messages for Multilevel Inheritance

• Message number: 016

• Message text: You do not have authorization to create inheritance requests for spec. &

What causes this issue?

You attempted to create an inheritance relationship for the
specification &v1&. However, you are not authorized to change the
relevant data.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE EHS_NA_IF_AUTH_IS_NEEDED OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

INCLUDE EHS_NA_CHECK_AUTH_OF_USER OBJECT DOKU ID TX
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INCLUDE EHS_SAF_27A_INHERIT_GENERAL2 OBJECT DOKU ID TX
You require the following authorizations to be able to create
inheritance relationships:
INCLUDE EHS_SAF_27A_INHERIT_AUTH OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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

INCLUDE EHS_SAF_27A_INHERIT_AUTH2 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_SUB_MLI016 - You do not have authorization to create inheritance requests for spec. & ?

  The SAP error message CM_SUB_MLI016 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to create inheritance requests for a specific specification. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or Material Management (MM) modules, where specifications and inheritance requests are managed.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to create the inheritance request does not have the required authorization roles or permissions assigned in their user profile.
  Missing Roles: The necessary roles that include permissions for creating inheritance requests may not be assigned to the user.
  Specification Locking: The specification might be locked or restricted for certain users or roles, preventing the creation of inheritance requests.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that they include the necessary authorizations for creating inheritance requests.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the relevant authorization objects related to the creation of inheritance requests. Common authorization objects might include C_ML_ORD (Material Management) or C_ML_SPE (Specification Management).
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to modify user roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security or basis team. They can review and adjust the user’s roles as needed.
  
  
  
  Check Specification Status:
  
  Verify if the specification is in a status that allows for inheritance requests. If the specification is locked or in a restricted status, it may need to be unlocked or changed to allow for inheritance requests.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or specifications, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 for user maintenance, PFCG for role maintenance, and CM01 for managing specifications.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to authorization management and specification handling for more detailed guidance.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the error message CM_SUB_MLI016.