How To Fix CMD_BS_MAT_MKAL_API204 - No authority to delete 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: 204

• Message text: No authority to delete a Production Version

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMD_BS_MAT_MKAL_API204 - No authority to delete a Production Version ?

  The SAP error message CMD_BS_MAT_MKAL_API204 indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to delete a Production Version in the system. This error typically arises when a user attempts to perform an action that their user role does not permit.
  
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization object to delete a Production Version. This could be due to missing roles or insufficient permissions assigned to the user profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or action related to Production Versions.
  Object-Specific Restrictions: There may be restrictions on certain objects or fields that prevent deletion.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to review the user’s roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary