How To Fix /ISDFPS/MM118 - You are not authorized to switch assemblies

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/MM -

• Message number: 118

• Message text: You are not authorized to switch assemblies

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/MM118 - You are not authorized to switch assemblies ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/MM118 You are not authorized to switch assemblies typically occurs in the context of the SAP Discrete Industries and Manufacturing module, particularly when dealing with assembly management or production processes. This error indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to perform the action of switching assemblies.
  
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The primary cause of this error is that the user lacks the required authorization in their user role to switch assemblies. This could be due to missing authorization objects or insufficient permissions assigned to the user profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or function related to assembly switching.
  System Configuration: There may be system settings or configurations that restrict certain actions based on user roles or organizational units.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization check failed. This