How To Fix CS_BOM_HANA008 - No authorization for modifying BOMs for user &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CS_BOM_HANA - Message class for BOM explosion on HANA

• Message number: 008

• Message text: No authorization for modifying BOMs for user &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CS_BOM_HANA008 - No authorization for modifying BOMs for user &1. ?

  The SAP error message CS_BOM_HANA008 indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to modify Bill of Materials (BOMs) in the SAP system. This is a common issue that can arise in environments where user roles and authorizations are strictly managed.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by insufficient authorization for the user attempting to modify BOMs. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The user may not have the required authorization objects assigned to their user profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for BOM modification.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly set up or may have been changed, leading to a loss of required authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CS_BOM_HANA008 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 to check the user’s roles. Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include BOM modification permissions.
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  The relevant authorization objects for BOM modification typically include:
  
  CS_BOM: This object controls access to BOMs.
  CS_BOM_MAINTAIN: This object specifically allows for the maintenance of BOMs.
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to modify the roles assigned to the user. This can be done using transaction code PFCG.
  Add the required authorization objects to the relevant roles and then generate the profile.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Test the modification of BOMs again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, consult your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding authorization management and BOM processing to understand the required roles and authorizations better.
  Training: Consider training for users on how to manage their authorizations and understand the importance of role-based access control in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CS_BOM_HANA008 error and enable the user to modify BOMs as needed.