How To Fix CMMD078 - You are not authorized to change an article hierarchy

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMMD -

• Message number: 078

• Message text: You are not authorized to change an article hierarchy

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMMD078 - You are not authorized to change an article hierarchy ?

  The SAP error message CMMD078, which states "You are not authorized to change an article hierarchy," typically indicates that the user attempting to make changes to an article hierarchy does not have the necessary authorizations or permissions to perform that action.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization objects to modify the article hierarchy.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have been assigned the correct roles that include permissions for changing article hierarchies.
  Hierarchy Locking: The article hierarchy may be locked for editing by another user or process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after receiving the error to check which authorization check failed.
  Review the authorization objects related to article hierarchy changes, such as M_MATE_WRK (Material Master: Work Center) or other relevant objects.
  
  
  
  Role Adjustment:
  
  If you have access to the user roles, ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned that include permissions for changing article hierarchies.
  If you do not have the necessary access, contact your SAP security administrator to review and adjust the user’s roles.
  
  
  
  Hierarchy Status:
  
  Check if the article hierarchy is currently locked. If it is, you may need to wait until the lock is released or contact the user who has locked it.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to article hierarchies and authorization management for further insights.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01 (User Maintenance) to check or modify user roles.
  PFCG (Role Maintenance) to manage roles and authorizations.
  SU53 (Authorization Check) to analyze failed authorization checks.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the CMMD078 error message.
  
  
  
  User Training: 
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the processes and permissions required for managing article hierarchies to prevent future authorization issues.
  
  
  
  If the problem persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.