How To Fix CMD_BS_MAT_API011 - You do not have the authorization to display 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: 011

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMD_BS_MAT_API011 - You do not have the authorization to display a material ?

  The SAP error message CMD_BS_MAT_API011, which states "You do not have the authorization to display a material," typically indicates that the user attempting to access a material does not have the necessary permissions assigned in the SAP system. This can occur in various transactions or when using APIs related to material management.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization object for displaying material data. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in their user profile.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for material display.
  Authorization Object: The specific authorization object related to material display (e.g., M_MATE_WRK, M_MATE_DATA, etc.) may not be included in the user's profile.
  Data Restrictions: There may be restrictions based on organizational levels (like plant, storage location, etc.) that prevent the user from accessing certain materials.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, use transaction SU01 to check the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Profiles:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned that include the required authorizations for material display.
  If roles are missing, they need to be assigned by a system administrator or a user with the appropriate permissions.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorizations:
  
  If the user needs access to specific materials, the authorization objects can be modified to include the necessary permissions.
  This may involve working with the security team to adjust roles or create new ones that meet the user's needs.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not an administrator, contact your SAP security team or basis team to resolve the authorization issue. Provide them with the error message and any relevant details.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After changes are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Test the access again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for material management, such as M_MATE_WRK (Material Master: General Data) and M_MATE_DATA (Material Master: Data).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization concepts and how to manage user roles.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to material management include MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM01 (Create Material).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue related to the CMD_BS_MAT_API011 error message.