How To Fix ECM521 - Not authorized to areate an engineering change order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ECM - General Messages for Engineering Change Management

• Message number: 521

• Message text: Not authorized to areate an engineering change order

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECM521 - Not authorized to areate an engineering change order ?

  The SAP error message ECM521, which states "Not authorized to create an engineering change order," typically indicates that the user attempting to create an Engineering Change Order (ECO) does not have the necessary authorizations or permissions in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization roles or permissions to create an ECO in the SAP system.
  Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the appropriate user roles that include the necessary transaction codes for creating ECOs.
  Organizational Restrictions: There may be organizational-level restrictions that prevent certain users from creating ECOs based on their position or department.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Verify the user’s assigned roles in the SAP system. This can be done by navigating to the user management area (transaction code SU01).
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include permissions for creating ECOs.
  
  
  
  Authorization Object:
  
  Check the relevant authorization objects associated with ECO creation. Common authorization objects for ECOs include C_ECO (Engineering Change Order) and others related to the specific transaction codes.
  Use transaction code SU53 to analyze the authorization check after the error occurs. This will show which authorization checks failed.
  
  
  
  Request Additional Authorizations:
  
  If the user does not have the necessary authorizations, they should contact their SAP security team or system administrator to request the required roles or permissions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After adjustments are made, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the creation of an ECO again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Ensure that users are aware of the processes and requirements for creating ECOs. Providing documentation or training can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as C223 (Create Engineering Change Order) and C220 (Display Engineering Change Order).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to ECO authorization issues that may provide additional insights or solutions.
  User Groups: Sometimes, users are part of specific user groups that have different permissions. Ensure that the user is in the correct group.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.