How To Fix M3828 - You do not have the authorization to create a material

M3828 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 828

• Message text: You do not have the authorization to create a material

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to create a material that does not already exist.
However, you do not have the necessary authorization.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If you require the authorization, contact your systems administrator.
Technical information for systems administrators
The name of the authorization object concerned is "Material master:
create" (technical name: M_MATE_NEU).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3828 - You do not have the authorization to create a material ?

  The SAP error message M3828, which states "You do not have the authorization to create a material," typically indicates that the user attempting to create a material in the SAP system lacks the necessary authorizations or permissions to perform this action. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user’s role or profile does not include the necessary authorizations for creating materials in the Material Management (MM) module.
  Missing Authorization Objects: Specific authorization objects related to material creation (e.g., M_MATE_MAR, M_MATE_WRK, etc.) may not be assigned to the user.
  User Role Configuration: The user may not be assigned to the correct user role that includes material creation permissions.
  Client-Specific Settings: The error may also arise from client-specific settings or restrictions that limit material creation.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after receiving the error to check which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific authorization