How To Fix COCF_MANDASH014 - Not authorized

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COCF_MANDASH - Manufacturing dashboard

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Not authorized

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COCF_MANDASH014 - Not authorized ?

  The SAP error message COCF_MANDASH014 indicates that a user is not authorized to perform a specific action or access a particular function within the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of the Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost center accounting, internal orders, or other related functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the necessary authorizations assigned to their user profile to access the required transaction or function.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific action they are trying to perform.
  Transaction Codes: The user may be trying to execute a transaction code that is restricted based on their user role.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly configured to include the necessary authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization is missing.
  Review the authorization logs to identify the missing permissions.
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations for the actions they are trying to perform.
  If the user needs additional roles, work with your SAP security team to assign the correct roles.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user requires access to specific transactions or functions, the roles may need to be modified to include the necessary authorizations.
  Use transaction code PFCG to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding user roles and authorizations to ensure compliance with your organization’s security policies.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to authorization errors in your version of SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the COCF_MANDASH014 error and implement a solution to resolve the authorization issue.