How To Fix /ISDFPS/ME_CA_MB074 - Not authorized to assign numbers of type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/ME_CA_MB -

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Not authorized to assign numbers of type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/ME_CA_MB074 - Not authorized to assign numbers of type &1 ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/ME_CA_MB074 Not authorized to assign numbers of type &1 typically indicates that a user is attempting to perform an action that requires authorization to assign a specific type of number (e.g., material numbers, document numbers, etc.) but does not have the necessary permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object to assign the specified number type.
  Configuration Settings: The number assignment may be restricted due to specific configuration settings in the system.
  Role Assignment: The user’s role may not include the necessary permissions for the action they are trying to perform.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check the authorization failure details.
  Review the authorization objects related to number assignment (e.g., M_MATE_WRK, M_MATE_DATA, etc.) to ensure the user has the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, a security administrator should modify the user’s roles or profiles to include the necessary authorizations.
  This may involve adding specific authorization objects or adjusting existing ones.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes, contact your SAP security team or administrator to review and adjust the user’s permissions.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to number assignment in the relevant module (e.g., Materials Management, Production Planning) to ensure there are no restrictions that could be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and back in, then attempt the action again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control number assignment in SAP.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SU01 (User Maintenance) to check user roles and PFCG (Role Maintenance) to modify roles.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization management and number assignment processes.
  
  If the issue persists after checking authorizations and configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.