How To Fix IE057 - Combination of notification type & and origin indicator & not authorized

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IE - SAPLIEL2: Equipment hierarchies

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Combination of notification type & and origin indicator & not authorized

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IE057 - Combination of notification type & and origin indicator & not authorized ?

  The SAP error message IE057, which states "Combination of notification type & and origin indicator & not authorized," typically occurs in the context of maintenance notifications or work orders in the SAP system. This error indicates that the user is trying to perform an action that is not permitted due to authorization restrictions related to the specific combination of notification type and origin indicator.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorizations to create, change, or display the specified notification type with the given origin indicator.
  Configuration Settings: The combination of notification type and origin indicator may not be properly configured in the system, leading to authorization checks failing.
  User Roles: The user’s role may not include the necessary permissions for the specific notification type or origin indicator.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check for missing authorizations.
  Review the user’s roles and profiles in transaction PFCG to ensure that the necessary authorizations for the specific notification type and origin indicator are included.
  
  
  
  Adjust Authorization Profiles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, work with your SAP security team to adjust the authorization profiles or roles to include the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for notification types and origin indicators in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO).
  Ensure that the combination of notification type and origin indicator is valid and properly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the notification types and origin indicators being used.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to authorizations or configurations, test the scenario again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  IW21 (Create Notification)
  IW22 (Change Notification)
  IW23 (Display Notification)
  SU53 (Authorization Check)
  PFCG (Role Maintenance)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct processes for creating and managing notifications to minimize errors related to authorization.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with SAP support for further assistance.