How To Fix CPBR253 - No authorization for creating BOM items

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CPBR - Error/Warning/Information Messages for Browser

• Message number: 253

• Message text: No authorization for creating BOM items

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CPBR253 - No authorization for creating BOM items ?

  The SAP error message CPBR253, which states "No authorization for creating BOM items," typically occurs when a user attempts to create or modify a Bill of Materials (BOM) but lacks the necessary authorizations in the SAP system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization objects to create or modify BOM items. This is often related to the user's role or profile in the SAP system.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the correct roles that include the necessary permissions for BOM management.
  Missing Authorization Objects: Specific authorization objects related to BOM creation (e.g., C_BOM_A, C_BOM_B, etc.) may not be included in the user's profile.
  
  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 they include the necessary permissions for BOM creation.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code PFCG to review and modify roles and authorization profiles.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the existing roles or create a new role that includes the required authorization objects for BOM creation.
  Ensure that the role is properly assigned to the user after making changes.
  
  
  
  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.
  Test the BOM creation process again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for BOM management. Common objects include:
  
  C_BOM_A: Authorization for BOM creation and change.
  C_BOM_B: Authorization for BOM display.
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and BOM processes.
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CPBR253 error and successfully create or modify BOM items in SAP.