How To Fix CMD_MATERIAL_API011 - You do not have the authorization to display a material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMD_MATERIAL_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_MATERIAL_API011 - You do not have the authorization to display a material ?

  The SAP error message CMD_MATERIAL_API011, which states "You do not have the authorization to display a material," typically indicates that the user attempting to access material data does not have the necessary authorizations assigned in their user profile. This is a common issue in SAP systems where access control is strictly enforced.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user lacks the required authorization object for material master data. This could be due to missing roles or profiles that grant access to the material data.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the correct roles that include the necessary authorizations to view material data.
  Authorization Restrictions: There may be restrictions based on organizational levels (e.g., plant, storage location) that prevent the user from accessing certain materials.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured, or the user may be using a different profile that lacks the necessary permissions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in transaction code SU01. Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include access to material master data.
  Review Authorization Objects: Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization objects are missing. This will provide insight into what specific permissions are required.
  Modify Roles: If the user is missing the necessary authorizations, a security administrator or SAP Basis consultant should modify the user’s roles or create new roles that include the required authorization objects (e.g., M_MATE_MAR, M_MATE_WRK, etc.).
  Test Access: After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to test if they can now access the material data.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s security policies for specific authorization requirements related to material master data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to material master data include:
  
  M_MATE_MAR: Material master authorization for general data.
  M_MATE_WRK: Material master authorization for plant data.
  M_MATE_VRK: Material master authorization for sales data.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User maintenance to check and modify user roles.
  SU53: Display authorization check to see what authorizations are missing.
  PFCG: Role maintenance to create or modify roles.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to authorization errors.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP security team or consult with SAP support for further assistance.