How To Fix M2442 - No authorization to generate/delete info structure/updating

M2442 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M2 - LIS: Generating and updating info structures

• Message number: 442

• Message text: No authorization to generate/delete info structure/updating

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M2442 - No authorization to generate/delete info structure/updating ?

  The SAP error message M2442, which states "No authorization to generate/delete info structure/updating," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform actions related to info structures in the SAP system without having the necessary authorizations. This can happen in various modules, particularly in the context of Material Management (MM) or Sales and Distribution (SD).
  
  Cause:
  The error is primarily caused by insufficient authorization in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user lacks the necessary permissions to:
  
  Generate or delete info structures.
  Update existing info structures.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization is missing.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for info structure management.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorizations:
  
  If you have