How To Fix CPBR263 - No authorization for creating a material-BOM assignment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 263

• Message text: No authorization for creating a material-BOM assignment

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CPBR263 - No authorization for creating a material-BOM assignment ?

  The SAP error message CPBR263 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to create a material-BOM (Bill of Materials) assignment. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's production planning and control modules, where users need specific permissions to perform certain actions related to materials and BOMs.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user’s role may not include the necessary authorization objects related to BOM management.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not be configured correctly to allow for the creation of material-BOM assignments.
  User Profile Issues: The user may not be assigned to the correct organizational units or may have restrictions based on their user profile.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CPBR263 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  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.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the user’s roles to include the required authorization objects. Common authorization objects related to BOMs include:
  
  C_BOM_A (Authorization for BOM)
  C_BOM_T (Authorization for BOM Text)
  
  
  Ensure that the roles include the necessary activity codes (e.g., create, change, display).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles, contact your SAP security or basis team. Provide them with the details from the SU53 report to help them understand what needs to be adjusted.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt to create the material-BOM assignment again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on authorization issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to BOM management and user authorizations to understand the necessary permissions better.
  Training: Consider providing training for users on how to manage BOMs and the importance of having the correct authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CPBR263 error and enable the user to create material-BOM assignments successfully.