How To Fix CMD_BS_MAT_MKAL_API203 - No authority to display a Production Version

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMD_BS_MAT_MKAL_API - Message class for MDG MKAL

• Message number: 203

• Message text: No authority to display a Production Version

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMD_BS_MAT_MKAL_API203 - No authority to display a Production Version ?

  The SAP error message CMD_BS_MAT_MKAL_API203 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to display a production version of a material. This error typically arises in the context of production planning and material management when a user attempts to access or view production versions without the appropriate permissions.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of authorization in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user may not have the required authorization objects that allow them to view production versions in the system.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error. This will show you the authorization check that failed and provide insights into which specific authorization object is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Roles:
  
  Access transaction code PFCG to review the roles assigned to the user. Check if the roles include the necessary authorizations for production version display.
  
  
  
  Add Required Authorizations:
  
  If the required authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the existing roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorization objects. Common authorization objects related to production versions include:
  
  C_MAT_BOM (Authorization for Bill of Material)
  C_MAT_MA (Authorization for Material Master)
  C_MAT_MKAL (Authorization for Production Version)
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. They can assist in reviewing and updating the user's authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  MM03: Display Material Master
  C223: Maintain Production Versions
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to authorization management and production version handling for more detailed information.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the CMD_BS_MAT_MKAL_API203 error.