How To Fix CMD_BS_MAT_API009 - You do not have the authorization to create a material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMD_BS_MAT_API - Message Class for Sydney Material API Layer

• Message number: 009

• Message text: You do not have the authorization to create a material

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMD_BS_MAT_API009 - You do not have the authorization to create a material ?

  The SAP error message CMD_BS_MAT_API009 indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to create a material in the system. This is a common issue in SAP environments where user roles and authorizations are strictly managed to ensure data integrity and security.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user may not have the required authorization object for material creation. In SAP, authorizations are controlled through authorization objects, and if the user’s role does not include the necessary permissions, this error will occur.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the correct role that includes the permissions for material creation.
  Profile Issues: The user’s profile may not be updated or may not include the necessary authorizations.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may be restricted based on organizational policies or user roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user. This can be done by using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) to check the user’s roles and authorizations.
  Review Authorization Objects: Check the relevant authorization objects for material creation, such as M_MATE_MAR (Material Master: General Data) and M_MATE_WRK (Material Master: Plant Data). Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  Modify Roles: If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, a security administrator or SAP Basis consultant should modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations.
  Testing: After making changes, test the user’s ability to create a material again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for specific authorization requirements related to material creation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM01 - Create Material
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  PFCG - Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: 
  
  M_MATE_MAR - Material Master: General Data
  M_MATE_WRK - Material Master: Plant Data
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance on authorization problems.
  Security Team: Involve your SAP security team if you are not authorized to make changes to user roles or authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue related to the error message CMD_BS_MAT_API009.