How To Fix COM_PRODUCT_WB_UI020 - ***** Authorization *****

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PRODUCT_WB_UI - Product Maintenance

• Message number: 020

• Message text: ***** Authorization *****

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_WB_UI020 - ***** Authorization ***** ?

  The SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_WB_UI020  Authorization  typically indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorizations to perform a specific action within the SAP system, particularly in the context of the SAP Product Workbench or related applications.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user lacks the required authorization objects or roles to access certain functionalities or data within the SAP system.
  Role Assignment Issues: The user may not have been assigned the correct roles that include the necessary authorizations.
  Authorization Profile Changes: Changes in authorization profiles or roles may have occurred, leading to the user losing access to certain functions.
  User Status: The user might be locked or inactive, which can also lead to authorization issues.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure that the necessary roles for the Product Workbench are included.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization objects are missing.
  This will provide insight into what specific authorizations need to be granted.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the necessary authorizations are missing, you may need to modify the roles using transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Add the required authorization objects to the relevant roles and then assign those roles to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the specific authorization objects related to the Product Workbench (e.g., COM_PRODUCT, COM_PRODUCT_WB).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization management.
  Audit Logs: Check audit logs for any changes made to user roles or authorizations that might have led to this issue.
  Training: Ensure that users are trained on the necessary processes and understand the importance of having the correct authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue indicated by the error message COM_PRODUCT_WB_UI020.