KO177 - You are not authorized to display order & (type &, status &) 44

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KO - Master data for CO orders

• Message number: 177

• Message text: You are not authorized to display order & (type &, status &) 44

What causes this issue?

You can use an order as reference only if you are authorized to display
the reference order.
In this case, you must have authorization for the order type and status
of the reference order, as well as for activity 03 (display) in
authorization object K_AUFK_ART.

System Response

You are not authorized to use order &v1& (order type &v2, status &v3&)
as reference.

How to fix this error?

Remove the entry in field "Reference", or enter an order, for which you
have display authorization.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KO177 - You are not authorized to display order & (type &, status &) 44 ?

  The SAP error message KO177 indicates that a user is not authorized to display a specific order of a certain type and status. This error typically arises in the context of controlling (CO) and production order management within SAP.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by insufficient authorization for the user trying to access the specified order. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user does not have the necessary authorization object assigned to their user profile.
  Role Assignment: The user’s role may not include the necessary permissions to view the order type or status.
  Order Status: The order may be in a status that is restricted for certain users based on their roles.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KO177 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorization, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorization objects (e.g., C_OIJ_ORDER, C_OIJ_ORDER_TYPE, etc.).
  Ensure that the role includes access to the specific order type and status.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Check Order Status:
  
  Verify the status of the order. If the order is in a status that is not meant to be viewed by certain users, you may need to change the order status or provide access based on business requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects related to order management in SAP CO.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to order management include:
  
  CO03 (Display Production Order)
  CO02 (Change Production Order)
  CO01 (Create Production Order)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to authorization errors in your specific SAP version.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the KO177 error.