How To Fix G00877 - You do not have authorization to display characteristic values

G00877 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 877

• Message text: You do not have authorization to display characteristic values

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G00877 - You do not have authorization to display characteristic values ?

  The SAP error message G00877, which states "You do not have authorization to display characteristic values," typically indicates that the user attempting to access certain characteristic values in the system does not have the necessary authorizations assigned to their user profile.
  
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user lacks the required authorization object that allows them to view the characteristic values. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in their user profile.
  Profile Restrictions: The user’s profile may be restricted from accessing specific data or transactions related to the characteristic values.
  Data Privacy Settings: Certain characteristic values may be protected due to data privacy regulations or company policies, limiting access to specific user groups.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in the SAP system. Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include the authorization to view characteristic values.
  
  
  Authorization Object: Identify the specific authorization object related to the characteristic values.