How To Fix /ISDFPS/FDP801 - Unable to assign authorized material &1 (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/FDP -

• Message number: 801

• Message text: Unable to assign authorized material &1 (&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/FDP801 - Unable to assign authorized material &1 (&2) ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/FDP801 Unable to assign authorized material &1 (&2) typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or similar modules where material authorization is a concern. This error indicates that the system is unable to assign a specific material due to authorization issues.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorizations to assign the specified material. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in the user's profile.
  Material Status: The material may be in a status that does not allow it to be assigned (e.g., blocked, inactive).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the assignment of certain materials based on specific criteria.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be correctly set up, leading to issues with assignment.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to work with the specified material. This can be done by checking the user's profile in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  If necessary, assign the appropriate roles or permissions to the user.
  
  
  
  Review Material Status:
  
  Check the status of the material in the material master (transaction MM03). Ensure that the material is active and not blocked for the relevant transactions.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to material assignment in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO). Ensure that there are no restrictions that would prevent the assignment of the material.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the material master data is complete and correctly maintained. Look for any missing or incorrect entries that could affect the assignment process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional insights or updates that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context to help diagnose the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 - Display Material
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  PFCG - Role Maintenance
  SPRO - Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.